Is 5-Amino-1MQ a peptide?

No — 5-Amino-1MQ is a small molecule (an NNMT inhibitor), while MOTS-c is a mitochondrial-derived peptide. Both are research-use-only reference compounds studied in metabolic models.

Which is cheaper per mg?

Compare the scanned cost per milligram below; 5-Amino-1MQ’s larger vials often make it cheaper per mg.

Research comparison

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MOTS-c vs 5-Amino-1MQ

MOTS-c and 5-Amino-1MQ are both studied in metabolic-research models, but they are structurally very different — one is a peptide, the other a small molecule. Here is a factual comparison and a per-mg price check.

Lowest cost per mg right now: 5-Amino-1MQ at $1.60/mg. Prices checked Aug 27, 2026

MOTS-cPeptide

MOTS-c is a mitochondrial-derived peptide studied as a reference compound in metabolic-research models.

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$4.67/mgfrom $39.99 · 3 vendors

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5-Amino-1MQPeptideLower $/mg

5-Amino-1MQ is a small-molecule NNMT (nicotinamide N-methyltransferase) inhibitor studied as a reference compound in metabolic-research models.

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$1.60/mgfrom $49.99 · 2 vendors

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Key differences

Molecular class: MOTS-c is a peptide; 5-Amino-1MQ is a small molecule, not a peptide.
Target: 5-Amino-1MQ is studied as an NNMT inhibitor; MOTS-c is a mitochondrial-derived signaling peptide.
Typical vial size: 5-Amino-1MQ is commonly supplied in larger (50 mg) vials.

MOTS-c vs 5-Amino-1MQ — FAQ

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