SS-31 (Elamipretide) is a mitochondria-targeted research compound at the forefront of research into oxidative stress, cardiolipin stabilisation, and age-related mitochondrial dysfunction.
SS-31 is a small, aromatic-cationic research compound that selectively concentrates in the inner mitochondrial membrane, where it interacts with cardiolipin, a phospholipid essential for maintaining the structural integrity of the electron transport chain. Research indicates this interaction helps stabilise cristae architecture and reduce excess reactive oxygen species production.
What Makes SS-31 Unique
Unlike antioxidants that act diffusely throughout the cell, SS-31’s mitochondrial targeting gives researchers a precise tool for isolating mitochondrial-specific effects from broader cellular oxidative stress responses. This specificity has made it a widely cited compound in mitochondrial dysfunction research.
Key Research Areas
Preclinical literature has investigated SS-31 in models of cardiac ischaemia-reperfusion injury, skeletal muscle fatigue and sarcopenia, kidney injury, and neurodegenerative disease models where mitochondrial dysfunction is implicated. Ophthalmic and metabolic research streams have also explored its cardiolipin-stabilising properties.
Research Protocols and Handling
Preclinical protocols commonly use subcutaneous or intravenous administration in animal models, with dosing dependent on the specific research objective and study design. Researchers should refer to peer-reviewed literature relevant to their specific model rather than generalising dosing across study types.
Storage: store lyophilised compound at -20°C, protected from light and moisture. Once reconstituted with bacteriostatic water, refrigerate at 2-8°C and use within the timeframe defined by your research protocol.
Product Details
Product: SS-31 (Elamipretide)
Quantity: 10mg per vial
Format: Lyophilised powder in a sealed vial
Purity: Refer to the batch-specific Certificate of Analysis (COA)
Intended Use: Research use only
Sourcing SS-31 in Australia
Pure Glow Health supplies SS-31 as a third-party tested, laboratory-grade research compound for qualified researchers across Australia, with fast Perth-metro dispatch, temperature-aware packaging, and a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis included with every order.
Research Use Only
SS-31 is intended strictly for laboratory and research purposes. It is not intended for human or veterinary use, diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of any disease or medical condition. For research use only. Not for human consumption.
