SS-31 Single Vial
Anti-Aging / Longevity · single vial · no minimum order
SS-31 is available as an individual vial shipped from our UK facility, so a laboratory can take one vial rather than a wholesale box. Every single vial is the same material as the factory-direct range, held in the UK for tracked next-working-day delivery, and supplied strictly for laboratory research.
No minimum order
One vial is a valid order
24 hour UK dispatch
Tracked, working days
99%+ stated purity
Buying at volume instead?
The wholesale format is a multi-vial factory-direct box with a lower per-vial cost and a minimum order quantity. See SS-31 factory direct.
About SS-31
SS-31, also known as Elamipretide, Bendavia, MTP-131, or Forzinity, represents a groundbreaking mitochondrial peptide that has garnered significant attention in cellular research. This mitochondria-targeting compound operates through a unique mechanism involving selective binding to cardiolipin, a specialised lipid found exclusively within the inner mitochondrial membrane. In research models, SS-31 demonstrates remarkable efficacy in stabilising cardiolipin structures, which proves crucial for maintaining optimal mitochondrial architecture and function. This stabilisation process leads to a cascade of beneficial cellular effects, including reduced production of reactive oxygen species and enhanced ATP synthesis. Studies indicate that these mechanisms collectively contribute to improved cellular energy metabolism and reduced oxidative stress. Research investigations have consistently shown that SS-31 exhibits multiple protective effects across various cellular systems. In laboratory studies, the peptide demonstrates significant cardioprotective properties, suggesting potential applications in cardiovascular research models. Additionally, neuroprotective benefits have been observed in neurological research contexts, highlighting the compound's versatility in mitochondrial dysfunction studies. The peptide's classification as a mitochondrial compound reflects its targeted approach to cellular energy production. Unlike broader antioxidants, SS-31's specific interaction with cardiolipin allows for precise mitochondrial intervention, making it particularly valuable for researchers investigating mitochondrial disorders and age-related cellular dysfunction. Notably, SS-31 has achieved FDA approval under the name Forzinity for Barth syndrome treatment, marking it as the first FDA-approved mitochondria-targeted therapeutic. This regulatory milestone underscores the robust evidence base supporting the compound's biological activity and validates its potential for advancing mitochondrial research applications.
Mechanism
SS-31 is a mitochondria-targeting peptide that selectively binds to cardiolipin, a lipid unique to the inner mitochondrial membrane. By stabilizing cardiolipin, SS-31 helps maintain mitochondrial structure and function, reducing the production of reactive oxygen species. This action decreases oxidative stress and enhances ATP production, thereby improving cellular energy metabolism.
Reported research findings
- Reduces oxidative stress
- Improves mitochondrial function
- Enhances cellular energy production
- Provides cardioprotective effects
- Exerts neuroprotective benefits
Why a single vial
Pilot and method work
A single vial covers assay development, method validation or a short pilot run without committing to a wholesale quantity of SS-31.
UK held, fast turnaround
Vials ship from our UK facility on a tracked service, so a study is not waiting on an international consignment or a customs queue.
Same material as the box
Single vials are drawn from the same vetted manufacturing source as the factory-direct range, with the same batch documentation.
Predictable spend
Small laboratories and independent researchers can budget one vial at a time rather than a full minimum order quantity.
Storage and handling
Before reconstitution
Store the sealed lyophilised vial at 2 to 8°C, protected from light and moisture. Longer term storage at minus 20°C is common laboratory practice.
After reconstitution
Reconstituted solution is held refrigerated at 2 to 8°C and used within the window appropriate to the compound. Avoid repeated freeze and thaw cycles.
Reconstitution
Bacteriostatic water is the usual diluent. Our reconstitution calculator works out the diluent volume for a given target concentration.
Documentation
Every vial carries a batch number for traceable laboratory records, and independent verification is encouraged.
See the reconstitution guide and the calculator.
FAQs
Can I order a single vial of SS-31 without a minimum order?+
Yes. The single-vial range exists precisely so a laboratory can take one vial of SS-31 rather than a full wholesale box. There is no minimum order quantity on this format.
How quickly does a SS-31 single vial ship in the UK?+
Single vials are held in our UK facility and dispatched within 24 hours of a cleared payment on working days, on a tracked UK service. Orders placed at the weekend go out on the next working day.
How does the single vial differ from the factory-direct box?+
The compound and the manufacturing source are the same. The factory-direct box is a wholesale multi-vial pack with a minimum order quantity and a lower per-vial cost, while the single vial is one vial from UK stock for small-scale or pilot work.
What purity is stated for SS-31?+
99%+ manufacturer-stated purity. Buyers are encouraged to run independent third-party verification, and our testing directory lists laboratories that perform it.
Is this SS-31 vial for human use?+
No. Every PeptX product, including the single-vial range, is supplied strictly for laboratory research. It is not for human consumption, diagnosis, treatment or any clinical use.
What is SS-31?+
SS-31, also known as Elamipretide or Bendavia, is a mitochondrial peptide that selectively binds to cardiolipin in the inner mitochondrial membrane. In research models, it stabilises mitochondrial structure and enhances cellular energy production whilst reducing oxidative stress.
How does SS-31 work?+
SS-31 operates by selectively binding to cardiolipin, a unique lipid in the inner mitochondrial membrane. This binding stabilises cardiolipin, maintaining mitochondrial structure and function, reducing reactive oxygen species production, and enhancing ATP synthesis in laboratory studies.
What is the half-life of SS-31?+
Specific half-life data for SS-31 is not currently available in the research literature. Researchers should consult current pharmacokinetic studies or conduct their own stability assessments based on their specific experimental conditions and research protocols.
How is SS-31 stored?+
SS-31 should be stored according to standard peptide storage protocols in controlled laboratory conditions. Specific storage requirements may vary depending on formulation and intended research applications. Consult product specifications and maintain appropriate temperature and humidity controls.
Other single vials in Anti-Aging / Longevity
Strictly for laboratory research. Not for human consumption, diagnosis or treatment.