Description

Geranyl Diphosphate (GPP) is a critical biosynthetic intermediate in the isoprenoid pathway, serving as the universal precursor for the synthesis of monoterpenes and other essential terpenoid compounds. Its high purity and stability are paramount for research and industrial biosynthesis, enabling the controlled production of valuable natural products and fragrances. This compound is primarily utilized by researchers in biochemistry and biotechnology, as well as manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical industries.

Application

• Enzymatic Synthesis Substrate: Essential substrate for terpene synthases in the in vitro production of monoterpenes like limonene, pinene, and linalool.
• Biochemical Research: Used to study enzyme kinetics, inhibition, and the mechanisms of the mevalonate (MVA) and methylerythritol phosphate (MEP) pathways.
• Flavor & Fragrance Manufacturing: Serves as a key building block in the biotechnological production of natural and nature-identical aroma compounds.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Precursor in the biosynthesis of monoterpenoid alkaloids and other pharmacologically active terpenoid scaffolds.
• Nutraceutical Production: Involved in the biosynthetic pathways for carotenoids and fat-soluble vitamins.
• Agrochemical Development: Research into plant-derived terpenoids with pesticidal or herbicidal activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	Geranyl Diphosphate (GPP)
CAS No.	104715-14-2
Molecular Formula	C10H20O7P2
Molecular Weight	314.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Geranyl Pyrophosphate; (2E)-3,7-Dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-yl diphosphate; GPP; trans-Geranyl diphosphate; Geranyl Diphosphoric Acid; (E)-Geranyl diphosphate; FPP isomer I (related); Monoterpenyl diphosphate
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Quality Control

Our Geranyl Diphosphate is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity suitable for sensitive enzymatic assays. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and stability parameters. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and our quality systems are designed to support research and process development requiring reliable, high-grade biochemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent hydrolysis. For long-term stability, desiccate at low temperature.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or solution
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Assay (Enzymatic)	≥ 90%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Solvent Content (GC/NMR)	As specified on COA
Biological Activity	Tested as substrate for terpene synthase

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