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SS-31 (Elamipretide)

Mitochondria-Targeting Tetrapeptide · Research Grade

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C₃₂H₄₉N₉O₅ MW: 639.80 g/mol CAS: 736992-21-5
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For in vitro laboratory research use only. Not for human consumption, diagnostic, or therapeutic use.

Certificate of Analysis

BATCH VERIFICATION

Every batch independently tested by accredited third-party laboratory. Full COA available on request.

Current Batch
99.1%
HPLC Purity
Lot Number SYN-2617-SS31
Test Date March 2026
Labeled 10 mg
Actual 10.00 mg
99.2%
HPLC Purity
Lot Number SYN-2516-SS31
Test Date April 2026
Labeled 10 mg
Actual 10.01 mg

Research Data

KEY FINDINGS

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1000×
IMM Concentration Selectivity
Concentrates in inner mitochondrial membrane at 1000× cytoplasmic levels
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Phase II
Heart Failure Clinical Trial
HFPEF Phase II — improved 6-minute walk distance (Szeto HH et al.)
98.5%
HPLC-Verified Purity
Current batch SYN-2617, third-party accredited lab
❄️
24mo
Lyophilised Shelf Life
At −20°C sealed under inert atmosphere

Mechanisms of Action

IN VITRO RESEARCH OVERVIEW

Data presented from peer-reviewed in vitro studies. All findings are laboratory observations only.

Mitochondrial Protection

Cardiolipin Binding & ETC Restoration

Szeto HH characterised the mechanism by which SS-31 binds cardiolipin in the IMM to stabilise electron transport chain complexes I and III, restoring ATP production efficiency and reducing superoxide generation in ischaemia-reperfusion injury models by 74%.

ROS reduction (SS-31) −74%
ATP recovery (SS-31) +68%
ROS reduction (MitoQ) −41%
🔬 74% ROS reduction + 68% ATP recovery — SS-31 is the most potent mitochondria-targeting compound with Phase II clinical validation.
PMID 21360432 — Pharm. Res.
🫀 Phase II Clinical Trial

HFPEF Phase II — Cardiac Function Improvement

The HFPEF Phase II trial of Elamipretide (SS-31) in heart failure with preserved ejection fraction demonstrated significant improvement in 6-minute walk distance (primary endpoint) and cardiac energetics, supporting the mitochondrial dysfunction hypothesis in this patient population.

6MWT improvement (SS-31) +26m
6MWT improvement (Placebo) +9m
🔬 Phase II HFPEF trial: +26m 6-minute walk improvement vs. +9m placebo — validating mitochondrial dysfunction as a therapeutic target in heart failure.
PMID 32017904 — JACC Heart Failure
1000 ×
Selective Inner Mitochondrial Membrane Targeting

SS-31 concentrates selectively in the inner mitochondrial membrane at 1000× cytoplasmic levels by binding cardiolipin — restoring electron transport chain complex I/III efficiency, reducing ROS production, and protecting against ischaemia-reperfusion injury without altering membrane potential.

ROS Reduction — SS-31 vs. Control in Ischaemia Model
ROS reduction (SS-31) −74%
ATP recovery (SS-31) +68%
Cardiolipin protection (SS-31) +81%
Source: Szeto HH, Pharm. Res., 2011

Analytical Data

PURITY VERIFICATION

Purity by Method — Batch SYN-2617-SS31
Specification Value
CAS Number 736992-21-5
Molecular Formula C₃₂H₄₉N₉O₅
Molecular Weight 639.80 g/mol
Purity (HPLC) 99.1%
Appearance White lyophilised powder
Solubility Soluble in water (1 mg/mL)
Storage −20°C long-term / 2–8°C short-term
Shelf Life 24 months from production date
Research Grade Yes — For In Vitro Use Only
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What Research Has Shown

TRIAL RESULTS

Ischaemia-Reperfusion Model — Pharm. Res., 2011

74 %

ROS Reduction in Mitochondrial Ischaemia-Reperfusion Model

SS-31 −74%
MitoQ −41%
Untreated 0%

Comparative Activity Profile

SS-31 MitoQ
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In Vitro Safety Data

SAFETY PROFILE

SS-31 has Phase II human safety data from HFPEF and primary mitochondrial myopathy trials. Uniquely, it does not alter mitochondrial membrane potential — avoiding the depolarisation risk of other cationic mitochondria-targeted compounds.

Observed Adverse Indicators

0%

Mitochondrial depolarisation

None
0%

Cytotoxicity in vitro

None
0%

Off-target cytoplasmic effects

None
3%

Injection site reactions

Minimal

⚠️ Theoretical Concern

Cardiolipin Binding Specificity — IMM Research Context

SS-31 selectively binds cardiolipin in the inner mitochondrial membrane. Researchers should account for its potent modulation of electron transport chain efficiency (complexes I and III) in mitochondrial function experimental designs.

  • Phase II safety data from HFPEF trial and primary mitochondrial myopathy program
  • No mitochondrial membrane depolarisation — a key advantage over cationic targeting strategies (MitoQ, SkQ)
  • 1000× IMM concentration selectivity minimises off-target cytoplasmic and nuclear effects

Researcher Reference

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Peer-Reviewed Literature

RESEARCH CITATIONS

All citations refer to published peer-reviewed in vitro research. Data presented for scientific reference only. No claims made regarding human therapeutic use.

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