Description

8-(Methylsulfonyl)Fad is a specialized biochemical compound, also known as 8-(Methylsulfonyl)flavin adenine dinucleotide. This molecule serves as a key intermediate and research tool in the study of flavoenzyme mechanisms and cofactor chemistry. Its primary value lies in enabling advanced biochemical research and development, particularly in enzymology and pharmaceutical discovery. This product is essential for research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and fine chemical manufacturers focused on novel biocatalysts and metabolic pathway analysis.

Application

• Flavoenzyme Research: Used as a substrate analog or inhibitor in mechanistic studies of flavin-dependent enzymes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates targeting specific enzymatic pathways.
• Biochemical Probe: Acts as a tool compound to investigate electron transfer processes and redox biology in cellular systems.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: Employed in the design and development of diagnostic assays and biosensors.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for fundamental studies in bioorganic and bioinorganic chemistry.
• Enzyme Engineering: Applied in the directed evolution and characterization of engineered enzymes for industrial biocatalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-(Methylsulfonyl)Fad
CAS No.	149091-08-7
Molecular Formula	C27H33N9O15P2S
Molecular Weight	817.62 g/mol
Synonyms	8-(Methylsulfonyl)flavin adenine dinucleotide; 8-Mesyl-FAD; 8-(Methanesulfonyl)-FAD; FAD derivative, 8-(methylsulfonyl)-; 8-(Methylsulfonyl)flavin-adenine dinucleotide; Adenosine 5'-(trihydrogen diphosphate), P'→5'-ester with 8-(methylsulfonyl)-3,10-dihydro-7,8-dimethyl-2,4,9,10-tetraoxo-1H-benzo[g]pteridine-10(4H)-ethanol
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Quality Control

Our 8-(Methylsulfonyl)Fad is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation. We ensure compliance with relevant research-grade material standards. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurities is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a dry environment. For long-term stability, consider storage at -20°C under desiccant. Keep the container sealed to protect this light-sensitive compound from moisture and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (UV/Vis)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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