
Growth & signaling research peptides
Kisspeptin-10 research guide in four steps
C-terminal decapeptide of kisspeptin, the natural ligand of the KISS1 receptor (GPR54). Kisspeptin directly stimulates GnRH release, which places it at the top of the reproductive hormone axis.
Confirm what Kisspeptin-10 is
Amino acid sequence · 10 residues- Y1
- N2
- W3
- N4
- S5
- F6
- G7
- L8
- R9
- F10
- CAS number
- 374675-21-5
- Molecular formula
- C63H83N17O14
- Molecular weight
- 1302.4 g/mol
- PubChem CID
- 25240297
- Length
- 10 residues
Verified 2026-11-09 against PubChem CID 25240297. Values we couldn't verify are left out.
Know the proposed mechanism
Kisspeptin directly stimulates GnRH release, which places it at the top of the reproductive hormone axis.
Mechanism map
Evidence level: Preclinical: receptor identification and mouse studies. All mechanism maps
KP-10 is the shortest fully active kisspeptin fragment; longer forms share the receptor. Open SVG - Kotani M et al. The metastasis suppressor gene KiSS-1 encodes kisspeptins, the natural ligands of the orphan G protein-coupled receptor GPR54. J Biol Chem. 2001;276:34631-6.
- Messager S et al. Kisspeptin directly stimulates gonadotropin-releasing hormone release via G protein-coupled receptor 54. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2005;102:1761-6.
Compare two documented suppliers
33 of 112 directory vendors list Kisspeptin; 14 name their testing lab.
Verify the lot before use
- Purgo sells it as “Kisspeptin”. Make sure the COA names the analyte, not just the store label.
- Match the CAS number on the certificate to 374675-21-5.
- A 10-residue peptide should show a mass-spec identity near 1302.4 g/mol; HPLC purity alone doesn't confirm identity.
- 33 of the 112 vendors in our directory list Kisspeptin; 14 of those name the lab that tests it.
FAQ
What is Kisspeptin-10?
C-terminal decapeptide of kisspeptin, the natural ligand of the KISS1 receptor (GPR54). Kisspeptin directly stimulates GnRH release, which places it at the top of the reproductive hormone axis.
What are Kisspeptin-10's CAS number and molecular weight?
CAS 374675-21-5, formula C63H83N17O14, 1302.4 g/mol, per PubChem CID 25240297.
Where can US labs buy Kisspeptin-10?
Purgo Labs stocks it as “Kisspeptin”; code usapeptidevendors takes 25% off at checkout. This page also lists the best-documented second vendor from our 112-vendor directory.
Is research-grade Kisspeptin-10 for human use?
No. Vendor material is sold for Research Use Only, not for human or veterinary use.