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AOD-9604

A fragment of human growth hormone studied for fat loss without IGF-1 effects.

AOD-9604 illustration
Reading ingredients on a skincare label

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AOD-9604

That’s the INCI name—the official way it appears on the back of your serum or cream. Same ingredient, different marketing names.

Structure (cute edition)

Simplified amino acid chain for AOD-9604
2D chemical structure from PubChem ✨ real molecule sketch

This peptide is a short chain of about 4 amino acids—think of it as a tiny protein necklace on your label.

INCI: AOD-9604 · ~4 amino acids in our simplified view

What brands say it does

AOD-9604 is the C-terminal fragment of hGH (amino acids 176–191). Trials explored fat reduction without growth effects; results were modest. WADA-prohibited. Sold as a research peptide for body recomposition—evidence is weak.

Where you’ll find it

Weight-loss peptide stacks and research vendors—not approved drugs.

Other names you might see

hGH fragment 176-191 analog Anti-obesity drug fragment

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