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Retatrutide API Supplier from India

CAS 2381089-83-2 · 4731.33 g/mol · COA with every batch

Retatrutide (CAS 2381089-83-2) is an investigational 39-amino-acid acylated GLP-1, GIP and glucagon triple receptor agonist in Phase 3 clinical development, not approved by any regulator for any use. Winhycare Pharma supplies Retatrutide as an API to licensed pharmaceutical manufacturers and developers and, separately, as a research-grade peptide for laboratory research use only, at >99% purity with QC documentation. Research-grade material is not for human or veterinary use.

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Specification card for Retatrutide API: CAS 2381089-83-2, GLP-1 / GIP / glucagon triple receptor agonist
CAS Number
2381089-83-2
Molecular Formula
C221H342N46O68
Molecular Weight
4731.33 g/mol
Drug Class
GLP-1 / GIP / glucagon triple receptor agonist

What is Retatrutide?

Retatrutide is a single-chain synthetic peptide that acts as a triple receptor agonist, simultaneously activating the GLP-1 receptor (GLP-1R), the glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide receptor (GIPR) and the glucagon receptor (GCGR). The 39-amino-acid backbone is acylated with a C20 fatty di-acid moiety attached via a linker at the lysine residue at position 17, which drives albumin binding and an extended half-life.

Retatrutide (CAS 2381089-83-2, molecular formula C221H342N46O68, ~4731.33 g/mol) is described in the literature as a lyophilised powder. It is an investigational compound currently in Phase 3 clinical development for obesity and type 2 diabetes; it has not been approved by the FDA, EMA or any other regulator for any indication.

How Retatrutide Is Produced & Characterised

Retatrutide is a synthetically demanding multi-agonist peptide: the 39-mer length, the C20 fatty di-acid conjugation at Lys17 and the multiple non-native modifications all create opportunities for deletion sequences, diastereomers and incomplete acylation. Peptides of this class are typically produced by Fmoc solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS) with controlled side-chain conjugation, followed by preparative reverse-phase HPLC purification (often using dynamic axial compression columns) to resolve the target sequence from closely related impurities, and final lyophilisation to a stable powder.

Characterisation generally combines UPLC/HPLC for purity with LC-MS for sequence confirmation and impurity profiling. Additional release attributes commonly assessed for acylated peptides include water content, counter-ion (acetate or trifluoroacetate) content, residual solvents and peptide content.

Regulatory & Development Status

Retatrutide is an investigational active pharmaceutical ingredient. As of its most recent published status it is in Phase 3 clinical development for obesity and type 2 diabetes and has not been approved by the FDA, EMA or any other regulator for any indication. It is not an approved medicine and is not available as a finished pharmaceutical product.

For investigational peptides at this stage, sponsors compiling regulatory submissions generally reference CMC information through mechanisms such as Drug Master Files (e.g. US-DMF Type II) and CTD Module 3, alongside ICH-aligned analytical validation and stability data.

Research supply from Winhycare Pharma

Winhycare Pharma supplies research-grade Retatrutide to research organisations and individual researchers for research and development purposes. Material is supplied at high purity (>99%) under stringent quality control with QC documentation, in secure packaging through global standard logistics, with dedicated technical assistance from our team. We focus on consistent quality and purity, reliable and timely supply, confidential and professional service, and long-term partnerships.

Research use only. Not for human or veterinary use, and not for use in food, drugs, medical devices or cosmetics.

To enquire, tell us the quantity you need, the purity grade, the documentation you require and the destination country. The buyer is responsible for complying with the import and use regulations that apply to Retatrutide in their country.

Research-grade material: research use only. Research-grade Retatrutide is supplied for laboratory research only, not for human or veterinary use; API-grade material for pharmaceutical manufacturers is quoted separately with its documentation. We do not provide dosing or usage advice. Investigational; in clinical development (Phase 3) and not yet approved by the FDA, EMA or any regulator for any indication.

Retatrutide API: Specifications

CAS Number 2381089-83-2
Molecular Formula C221H342N46O68
Molecular Weight 4731.33 g/mol
Sequence 39 amino acids, acylated (C20 di-acid side chain at Lys17)
Drug Class GLP-1 / GIP / glucagon triple receptor agonist
Regulatory Status Investigational: Phase 3, not yet approved
Appearance White to off-white lyophilised powder
Purity >99% (research grade)
Typical synthesis route Fmoc SPPS + preparative reverse-phase HPLC purification
Form Lyophilised powder
Intended use Research use only (RUO)

API supplied for B2B pharmaceutical manufacturing and R&D. Retatrutide is also supplied for research use only, not for human or veterinary use. Regulatory status: Investigational; in clinical development (Phase 3) and not yet approved by the FDA, EMA or any regulator for any indication.

Research guides

Articles in the Peptide Research Library that cover Retatrutide.

  • Retatrutide: research overviewRetatrutide (LY3437943) is an investigational 39-amino-acid peptide that activates the GIP, GLP-1 and glucagon receptors. It carries Aib at positions 2 and 20, α-methyl-leucine at 13 and a C20 fatty di-acid on lysine 17, giving a half-life of about 6 days. Phase 3 TRIUMPH results were published in 2026; it is not approved anywhere.
  • GLP-1 receptor agonists explained: how they work, the full list, and where research is headingGLP-1 receptor agonists are peptides, and now one small molecule, that activate the receptor for the gut hormone glucagon-like peptide-1. The receptor raises cAMP in beta cells, increasing insulin secretion only when glucose is high, while also suppressing glucagon, slowing gastric emptying and reducing food intake. Dual and triple agonists add GIP or glucagon receptor activity.
  • Retatrutide vs tirzepatide: how the triple and dual agonists compareRetatrutide is an investigational 39-residue peptide that activates GIP, GLP-1 and glucagon receptors; tirzepatide is an approved 39-residue GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist. They share 30 of 39 positions and a C20 di-acid, but differ in linker, acylation site and receptor profile. No head-to-head result has been published; TRIUMPH-5 is ongoing.
  • Semaglutide: what it is, how it works and what studies have foundSemaglutide is a 31-amino-acid analogue of human GLP-1(7–37) that activates the GLP-1 receptor. An Aib substitution at position 8 blocks DPP-4 cleavage, and a C18 fatty di-acid on lysine 26 binds albumin, giving an elimination half-life of about one week. Phase 3 programmes (SUSTAIN, PIONEER, STEP, SELECT) underpin its approvals.
  • Tirzepatide: what it is, how it works and what studies have foundTirzepatide is a 39-amino-acid peptide based on the GIP sequence that activates both the GIP and GLP-1 receptors. Two Aib residues resist DPP-4, and a C20 fatty di-acid on lysine 20 binds albumin, giving an elimination half-life of about 5 days. The SURPASS and SURMOUNT phase 3 programmes support its approvals.

Buyer guides

Regulatory and technical reading for teams qualifying an Indian peptide API source.

Retatrutide API: Frequently Asked Questions

What is Retatrutide?

Retatrutide is a synthetic 39-amino-acid peptide that acts as a triple receptor agonist, simultaneously activating the GLP-1 receptor (GLP-1R), the glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide receptor (GIPR) and the glucagon receptor (GCGR). It is also known by the development code LY3437943.

What is the CAS number and molecular weight of Retatrutide?

Retatrutide's CAS number is 2381089-83-2, its molecular formula is C221H342N46O68, and its molecular weight is approximately 4731.33 g/mol. The 39-amino-acid backbone is acylated with a C20 fatty di-acid side chain at the lysine residue at position 17.

Is Retatrutide approved by the FDA or EMA?

No. Retatrutide is an investigational compound in Phase 3 clinical development for obesity and type 2 diabetes and is not yet approved by the FDA, EMA or any other regulator for any indication. It is not an approved medicine.

What class of peptide is Retatrutide?

Retatrutide belongs to the GLP-1 and incretin multi-agonist class. Specifically, it is a GLP-1 / GIP / glucagon triple receptor agonist: an acylated, long-acting peptide designed for albumin binding and an extended half-life.

What is Retatrutide being studied for?

Retatrutide is being investigated in clinical trials primarily for obesity and type 2 diabetes. This reflects the published research context for the molecule and is not therapeutic or patient guidance.

What is the mechanism of Retatrutide?

Retatrutide is a triple receptor agonist that simultaneously activates the GLP-1 receptor (GLP-1R), the glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide receptor (GIPR) and the glucagon receptor (GCGR). This describes its molecular pharmacology only.

Do you supply Retatrutide as an API?

Yes. Winhycare Pharma supplies Retatrutide API to licensed pharmaceutical manufacturers and developers, with QC documentation. Tell us the quantity and the documentation your quality and regulatory teams need. Research-grade Retatrutide is supplied separately, for laboratory research use only.

Is Retatrutide sold for human use?

No. Research-grade Retatrutide is supplied for research use only (RUO), for laboratory research and development. It is not for human or veterinary use, and not for use in food, drugs, medical devices or cosmetics.

What purity is Retatrutide supplied at?

Research-grade Retatrutide is supplied at high purity (>99%), produced under stringent quality control and accompanied by QC documentation. State any specific purity or documentation requirement in your enquiry.

How do I order Retatrutide for research?

Send an enquiry with the quantity, purity, documentation you need and the destination country, and our team will reply with dedicated technical assistance. The buyer is responsible for complying with the import and use regulations for Retatrutide in their country.

How much does Retatrutide API cost?

There is no public price list for Retatrutide API. The price depends on the quantity, the purity specification, the documentation package and the packaging, so we quote per programme. Send your specification and target volume to receive pricing and a Certificate of Analysis.

Sources

  1. Retatrutide: compound record, PubChem, NCBI
  2. Retatrutide: research article, PubMed Central, NCBI
  3. Retatrutide: research article, New England Journal of Medicine

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