What is GW-501516 (Cardarine)?
GW-501516 (Cardarine) is a potent PPARδ (peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor delta) agonist — not a SARM. Activates fatty acid oxidation gene programs, increases endurance capacity, and enhances skeletal muscle lipid utilisation. Research tool for PPARδ pharmacology, exercise mimetic research, and lipid metabolism. Note: associated with accelerated tumour progression in rodents at high doses. Research use only.
Research Applications
PPARδ Agonism
Receptor binding, PPRE-driven gene activation, target gene transcription profiling
Fatty Acid Oxidation
CPT1, HADHA, ACADM expression — β-oxidation pathway upregulation
Exercise Mimetic Research
Endurance capacity without training — VO₂max surrogate, fibre type shift
Lipid Metabolism
TG clearance, HDL modulation, adipose lipid mobilisation, hepatic lipid flux
Cancer Safety Research
PPARδ pro-tumourigenic effects — dose-response tumour acceleration studies
Quick Specs
| Form |
C₂₁H₁₈F₃NO₃S₂, MW 453.5 |
| Purity |
≥99% by HPLC — every batch |
| CAS Number |
317318-70-0 |
| Molecular Weight |
MS molecular weight confirmed — every batch |
| Specification |
≥99% by HPLC — every batch |
| Shelf Life |
24 months (unopened) |
| Storage |
Room temperature sealed | cool, dry storage |
| Manufacture |
In-house synthesis — Qingdao, China |
| Brand |
China |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I reconstitute this peptide?
QSC raw powder compounds are supplied as bulk crystalline or amorphous powder in a sealed, labelled container at the stated quantity. No reconstitution is required — the powder is ready for weighing and use in research applications.
How should this peptide be stored?
Store at room temperature (15–25°C) in a cool, dry place away from moisture, heat, and direct light. Keep in the original sealed container. Properly stored raw powder remains stable for 2–3 years.
What purity is this QSC compound and how is it verified?
All QSC raw powder compounds are tested to ≥99% purity by HPLC on every production batch, with MS-confirmed identity. COA is published on the product page and independently verifiable at verify.janoshik.com.
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peptide calculators — reconstitution, BAC water, dosing, half-life, and mixing charts.
🌍 Domestic shipping: 🇺🇸 USA 5–7 days
🌏 International shipping: 7–14 days
⚠️ RESEARCH USE ONLY — NOT FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION
QSC products are strictly for in vitro and in vivo laboratory research.
Safety & Handling
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Not for Human Use
These compounds are for research only.
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PPE Required
Always use appropriate protective equipment.
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Storage Compliance
Follow product-specific storage conditions.
Product-Specific Storage
Room temperature sealed | cool, dry storage
