

Metabolic Research
AOD-9604 (5mg)
SKU: PEP-034-5MG
$99.99
hGH Fragment 176-191 Research Compound
AOD-9604 (5mg) will be supplied in Australia by Aussie Peptides with fast domestic shipping to all states and territories.
AOD-9604 is a modified C-terminal fragment of human growth hormone (hGH) — amino acids 176–191 with an added tyrosine residue. It was developed at Monash University in Melbourne — one of the few peptides with Australian scientific origins. The research design isolated hGH's fat-metabolising properties from its insulin-like and IGF-1 elevating effects.
Mechanistically, AOD-9604 is studied for direct action on adipose tissue — stimulating lipolysis (fat breakdown) and inhibiting lipogenesis (fat storage) — without affecting insulin sensitivity or IGF-1 levels.
Key Research Areas
- Adipose Tissue Research — Studied for lipolysis and lipogenesis modulation in visceral and subcutaneous fat
- Metabolic Profile — Studied as a fat-loss alternative to full hGH without IGF-1 elevation or glucose impairment
- Cartilage Research — Emerging research on cartilage and joint tissue effects
- Obesity Models — Studied in diet-induced obesity animal models
Supplied as lyophilized powder at high purity, verified by HPLC and mass spectrometry. 5mg per vial. Fast domestic shipping across Australia.
⚠ For in-vitro research and laboratory use only. Not for human consumption.
Product Specifications
| Compound | AOD-9604 (5mg) |
| Category | Metabolic Research |
| Purity | 99.711% (CoA Reported) |
| Form | Lyophilised Powder |
| Storage (Lyophilised) | -20 °C — protect from light & moisture |
| Storage (Reconstituted) | 2–8 °C — use within 8–12 weeks |
| Reconstitution | Bacteriostatic water (recommended) |
⚠ For in-vitro research and laboratory use only. Not intended for human or veterinary use. By purchasing, you confirm you are a qualified researcher and will use this compound in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is AOD-9604?
AOD-9604 is a modified fragment of the human growth hormone (hGH) molecule — specifically the C-terminal amino acids 176–191, with an added tyrosine residue. It was developed at Monash University in Melbourne with the goal of isolating the fat-metabolising effects of growth hormone without the systemic effects — particularly IGF-1 elevation and glucose impairment — associated with full HGH administration.
How is AOD-9604 different from HGH?
Full HGH acts on multiple receptor pathways simultaneously — it promotes fat loss but also elevates IGF-1 (which drives cell growth broadly) and can impair insulin sensitivity. AOD-9604 is a fragment that targets adipose tissue directly — stimulating lipolysis and inhibiting lipogenesis — without the IGF-1 elevation or glucose effects associated with full growth hormone. This targeted metabolic profile is the basis for its research interest.
What does the research show about AOD-9604?
Preclinical research has demonstrated AOD-9604's ability to stimulate lipolysis and inhibit lipogenesis in adipose tissue — particularly visceral and subcutaneous fat — in obese animal models. Human clinical trials confirmed the compound does not elevate IGF-1 or affect glucose metabolism, supporting its metabolic safety profile. Emerging research also suggests potential cartilage and joint repair properties.
How do you reconstitute AOD-9604?
AOD-9604 is supplied as a lyophilized powder and should be reconstituted with bacteriostatic water immediately before use. Inject BAC water slowly into the vial along the inside wall and gently swirl to dissolve — do not shake. Once reconstituted, store at 2–8°C and use within 8–12 weeks.
How should AOD-9604 be stored?
Store lyophilized AOD-9604 vials at -20°C, away from light and moisture. After reconstitution, refrigerate at 2–8°C and use within 8–12 weeks. Do not freeze reconstituted solution.
Where to buy AOD-9604 in Australia?
AOD-9604 (5mg) is available through Aussie Peptides with fast domestic shipping to all Australian states and territories. AOD-9604 has particular relevance to Australian research given its origins at Monash University in Melbourne.
What is the availability and cost of AOD-9604?
AOD-9604 (5mg) is currently in stock at Aussie Peptides and available for domestic dispatch across Australia. AOD-9604 (5mg) is priced at $99.99 per vial at Aussie Peptides. All orders ship domestically within Australia, and batch CoAs are available in our CoA library.