SS-31 (Elamipretide): Research Guide & Technical Data

What Is SS-31 (Elamipretide)?

SS-31, also known as Elamipretide, is a synthetic mitochondria-targeted tetrapeptide. It is a prominent tool compound in mitochondrial and cellular-bioenergetics research. This guide summarizes its structure, research background, and laboratory handling, provided strictly for research use only (RUO).

Research Background

In published preclinical and in-vitro research, SS-31 has been studied for its association with the inner mitochondrial membrane phospholipid cardiolipin and its role in mitochondrial-function and cellular-energy models. It is not a drug or supplement and is not intended for human or veterinary use.

Technical Data

Compound	SS-31 (Elamipretide)
CAS Number	736992-21-5
Molecular Formula	C32H49N9O5
Molecular Weight	≈ 639.8 g/mol
Class	Mitochondria-targeted tetrapeptide
Form	Lyophilized powder
Purity	99%+ (HPLC / LC-MS verified)

Handling, Storage & Reconstitution (Lab Use)

Lyophilized SS-31 is typically stored at −20 °C, protected from light. Laboratory reconstitution commonly uses bacteriostatic or sterile water; reconstituted peptide is generally refrigerated and used within a limited window. Follow your institution’s handling and biosafety procedures.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SS-31?

SS-31 (Elamipretide) is a synthetic mitochondria-targeted tetrapeptide studied in preclinical mitochondrial-function research. It is for laboratory research only.

What pathway is SS-31 associated with?

Research literature associates SS-31 with cardiolipin binding at the inner mitochondrial membrane.

Buy SS-31 for Research

Zama Biosciences supplies SS-31 (Elamipretide) 10mg, independently HPLC/LC-MS tested. See related metabolic-research compound MOTS-c.

Research Use Only. Not drugs, supplements, or medical devices; not for human or veterinary use, consumption, or diagnostic application. Not evaluated by the FDA.