MOTS-CMS20

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Longevity & Mitochondrial Research

MOTS-C

Metabolism, insulin sensitivity and exercise capacity

MOTS-C specifications and reference prices. Select a specification to add it to your cart.

20mg/vial x 10vials
Reference priceUS$257.58

For laboratory research only. Not for human or veterinary use.

COA 检测报告 / Reports

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SKUSpecification / packReference price (USD)
MS1010mg/vial x 10vialsUS$154.55
MS1515mg/vial x 10vialsUS$206.06
MS2020mg/vial x 10vialsUS$257.58
MS4040mg/vial x 10vialsUS$466.67

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DOCUMENTATION / MS20

MOTS-C — supplied COA and inquiry notes

The MOTS-C catalog group currently lists 4 specifications. Use the selector and specification table above to compare SKUs and reference prices. The linked report identifies sample MS20; its sample code is not a separate specification selection.

Report sample code
MS20
Reported date
2026-09-07
Sample purity (HPLC-UV)
99.61%
Sample net content
21.53 mg
Lot / batch field
N/A
Endotoxin result
N/A

These values describe the supplied test sample only.

When inquiring about MOTS-C, include the exact SKU, pack quantity and destination. Ask for stock and batch-document confirmation. Temporarily sold-out specifications can still be queried; the cart is not a confirmed order.

For laboratory research only. Not for human or veterinary use. The supplied report footnotes also exclude diagnostic, therapeutic and clinical applications.

Published by Ventro · Content reviewed: 8 October 2026 · Sources: the current Ventro catalog and the supplied COA PDFs.

RESEARCH FOCUS

Main Uses & FAQs

This page organizes directly relevant information on MOTS-C regarding metabolism, insulin sensitivity, and exercise capacity. First, look at the research questions and findings, then verify the population or species, study preparations, and scope of interpretation.

Main TopicsMetabolism · Insulin Sensitivity · Exercise Capacity
Research SummaryKey Findings

What research findings exist for MOTS-C regarding metabolism, insulin sensitivity, and exercise performance?

MOTS-c enhances muscle mitochondrial bioenergetic performance and reduces reactive oxygen species-related damage, acting via PGC-1α and AMPK. Other studies report that MOTS-c increases exercise capacity in mice of various ages and regulates skeletal muscle metabolism.[1] ↗ [2] ↗

Before ReadingStudy populations, species, formulations and delivery conditions each have a defined scope. Research on an ingredient does not establish that this site's product batches have been validated for efficacy in humans or veterinary use.
3 Main ReferencesSorted by First Publication Date ↓
Human observation + animal intervention2026REF. 01

What changes occur in skeletal muscle mitochondrial bioenergetics?

Research Findings

MOTS-c enhances muscle mitochondrial bioenergetic performance and reduces reactive oxygen species-related damage, acting via PGC-1α and AMPK.[1] ↗

Study Design

Transgenic mouse administration and skeletal muscle mitochondrial experiments; also observed in human exercise

Scope & Limitations

Mainly mechanism and animal indicators; does not prove weight loss or exercise efficacy in humans.

View the Article Title and Full Citation+

MOTS-c improves intrinsic muscle mitochondrial bioenergetic health and efficiency in a PGC-1α/AMPK-dependent manner.

Gudiksen A, Hansen CC, van der Stede T, Daugaard AH, Schmidt JH, Ringholm S, Merimi M, Al-Obaidi FR, Kristoffersen AT, Zole E, Regenberg B, Kjøbsted R, Wojtaszewski J, Hellsten Y, Pilegaard H

Free Radical Biology & Medicine · Volume and Issue Year 2026
First published 2026-01-09 · PMID 41520850
DOI 10.1016/j.freeradbiomed.2026.01.002

Animal administration + human exercise observation2021 · Historical basic researchREF. 02

How does the exercise ability of mice of different ages change?

Research Findings

MOTS-c increases exercise capacity in mice of various ages and regulates skeletal muscle metabolism.[2] ↗

Study Design

Administration to mice of different ages; others observed endogenous levels of exercise in humans.

Scope & Limitations

The human body is an endogenous expression induced by exercise and cannot be stated as having improved exercise performance through human injection.

View the Article Title and Full Citation+

MOTS-c is an exercise-induced mitochondrial-encoded regulator of age-dependent physical decline and muscle homeostasis.

Reynolds JC, Lai RW, Woodhead JST, Joly JH, Mitchell CJ, Cameron-Smith D, Lu R, Cohen P, Graham NA, Benayoun BA, Merry TL, Lee C

Nature communications · Volume/Issue Year 2021
First published 2021-01-20 · PMID 33473109
DOI 10.1038/s41467-020-20790-0

Animal / experimental studies2015 · Historical basic researchREF. 03

What changes occur in obesity and insulin resistance in the high-fat diet model?

Research Findings

MOTS-c prevents high-fat diet–related obesity and insulin resistance in mice, directly corresponding to metabolic research.[3] ↗

Study Design

Mouse administration and cellular mechanism; 2015 historical research

Scope & Limitations

No. Not clinical evidence for human weight loss; older studies, do not claim the latest progress.

View the Article Title and Full Citation+

The mitochondrial-derived peptide MOTS-c promotes metabolic homeostasis and reduces obesity and insulin resistance.

Lee C, Zeng J, Drew BG, Sallam T, Martin-Montalvo A, Wan J, Kim SJ, Mehta H, Hevener AL, de Cabo R, Cohen P

Cell metabolism · Volume and issue year 2015
First published on 2015-03-03 · PMID 25738459
DOI 10.1016/j.cmet.2015.02.009

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Currently, 3 original studies related to the theme of this page have been selected. The number of studies includes different designs, populations, or preparations, not commercial clinical efficacy ratings. This page is a usage-oriented positive data selection, not a systematic review or dosing recommendation. Historical studies, combination preparations, and special models are all separately indicated.

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QUESTIONS, ANSWERED

MOTS-C · Frequently Asked Questions.

What research findings exist for MOTS-C regarding metabolism, insulin sensitivity, and exercise performance?+

MOTS-c enhances muscle mitochondrial bioenergetic performance and reduces reactive oxygen species-related damage, acting via PGC-1α and AMPK. Other studies report that MOTS-c increases exercise capacity in mice of various ages and regulates skeletal muscle metabolism.[1] ↗ [2] ↗

Does human exercise observation with MOTS-C equal effective human administration?+

Not equal. In relevant studies, part of the human observation involved exercise-induced endogenous MOTS-c; evidence for improving exercise capacity comes from mice, and the two cannot be combined to claim ‘effective injection in humans’.[2] ↗

MOTS-C—these conclusions apply to which study populations?+

Transgenic mouse administration and skeletal muscle mitochondrial experiments; also observed in human exercise; administration in mice of different ages; additional human exercise endogenous level observation; mouse administration and cellular mechanisms; 2015 historical study. Mainly mechanism and animal indicators; does not prove human weight loss or exercise efficacy.[1] ↗ [2] ↗ [3] ↗

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