Scientific product profile

SS-31: mechanism of action and potential benefits

SS-31, also called elamipretide, is a mitochondria-targeting tetrapeptide. It concentrates at the inner mitochondrial membrane, where cardiolipin helps organize the proteins that produce cellular energy.

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Mechanism of action

SS-31 interacts with cardiolipin and changes membrane electrostatics and lipid-protein organization. This may stabilize mitochondrial cristae, reduce cardiolipin oxidation, improve electron transport, and support more efficient ATP production under cellular stress.

Potential benefits

  • May support mitochondrial energy efficiency
  • May reduce oxidative membrane damage
  • May help preserve mitochondrial structure
  • Potentially supports cells with high energy demand

Evidence context: The cardiolipin interaction is well described; the magnitude of benefit differs across tissues and biological conditions.

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Product
SS-31
CAS
736992-21-5
Category
Ancillary
Purity
99%+
Storage
-20C
Concentrations
10mg
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Product questions

How does SS-31 work?

SS-31 interacts with cardiolipin and changes membrane electrostatics and lipid-protein organization. This may stabilize mitochondrial cristae, reduce cardiolipin oxidation, improve electron transport, and support more efficient ATP production under cellular stress.

What potential benefits are associated with SS-31?

May support mitochondrial energy efficiency; May reduce oxidative membrane damage; May help preserve mitochondrial structure; Potentially supports cells with high energy demand.

How strong is the evidence for SS-31?

The cardiolipin interaction is well described; the magnitude of benefit differs across tissues and biological conditions.

This scientific overview is general information and does not replace individualized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.