Description

Geranyl Monophosphate is a key biochemical intermediate in the isoprenoid biosynthesis pathway, serving as the direct precursor for the synthesis of monoterpenes and other essential compounds. Its precise chemical structure makes it a critical reagent for research and industrial processes involving terpene and sterol production. This high-purity compound is primarily utilized by biotechnology firms, academic research institutions, and manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and pharmaceutical sectors for enzymatic studies and the synthesis of valuable natural products.

Application

• Enzymatic Synthesis: Essential substrate for enzymes like geranyl diphosphate synthase in the study and production of monoterpenoids.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard and reagent in metabolic pathway analysis, particularly in plant and microbial isoprenoid research.
• Fragrance & Flavor Precursor: Serves as a building block for the in-vitro or engineered biosynthesis of specific terpene-based aroma and flavor molecules.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A key starting material in the research and development of terpenoid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Nutraceutical Production: Employed in the synthesis of bioactive terpenes and sterols for dietary supplement applications.
• Agrochemical Research: Investigated as an intermediate for developing novel, naturally-derived pesticides and herbicides.

Basic Information

Product Name	Geranyl Monophosphate
CAS No.	16750-99-5
Molecular Formula	C10H19O7P
Molecular Weight	282.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Geranyl phosphate; (2E)-3,7-Dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-yl dihydrogen phosphate; trans-Geranyl monophosphate; GMP (in biochemical context); Monoterpenyl phosphate; 2-trans-Geranyl phosphate; Prenyl monophosphate derivative; EINECS 240-795-6
EINECS	240-795-6

Quality Control

Our Geranyl Monophosphate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for sensitive research and industrial applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant quality management standards, and specifications can be aligned with customer requirements for specific research or cGMP applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. This compound is moisture-sensitive and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to prevent hydrolysis. Allow the container to reach room temperature in a desiccator before opening to avoid condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Purity (HPLC, Area %)	≥ 98%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Solubility	Soluble in water, methanol, DMSO

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.