Description

Phyd Phytochrome is a high-purity, synthetic chromophore compound essential for photobiology and plant physiology research. This compound serves as a critical tool for studying light-mediated signaling pathways and photoreceptor mechanisms in living organisms. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, agrochemical R&D departments, and biotechnology firms developing products related to plant growth, development, and stress responses.

Application

• Photoreceptor Research: Fundamental studies on phytochrome structure, function, and signal transduction mechanisms.
• Plant Physiology Studies: Investigation of light-regulated processes such as seed germination, shade avoidance, flowering time, and chloroplast development.
• Agricultural Biotechnology: R&D for novel crop varieties with optimized light sensitivity and improved growth characteristics.
• Biochemical Assay Development: Used as a standard or reagent in developing in vitro assays for photobiological activity.
• Synthetic Biology: A key component in engineering light-responsive genetic circuits and optogenetic systems in non-plant organisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phyd Phytochrome
CAS No.	158379-16-9
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Phyd Chromophore; Phytochrome Chromophore Precursor; 3E-Phytochromobilin; Phycocyanobilin derivative; PCB analog; Linear Tetrapyrrole Chromophore; Photobiology Research Compound; Light-sensing chromophore
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Phyd Phytochrome is produced under controlled conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	≤ 5.0% total
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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