Description

Myo-Inositol 1,3,4,5,6-Pentakis-Phosphate is a highly phosphorylated derivative of inositol, a key intermediate in cellular signaling pathways. This compound is crucial for research into phosphoinositide metabolism and intracellular calcium regulation. It is primarily utilized by biochemical researchers and pharmaceutical developers working on signal transduction mechanisms, metabolic studies, and drug discovery.

Application

• Biochemical Research: A critical standard and reagent for studying inositol phosphate metabolism and phosphoinositide signaling cascades.
• Cell Signaling Studies: Used to investigate the role of inositol polyphosphates in calcium mobilization, gene expression, and cellular communication.
• Enzyme Substrate/Inhibitor: Serves as a substrate for specific kinases and phosphatases or as an inhibitor to probe enzymatic activity in metabolic pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Employed in early-stage research for potential therapeutic agents targeting metabolic disorders or signaling-related diseases.
• Metabolomics & Analytical Standards: Used as a high-purity reference standard in LC-MS, HPLC, and other analytical techniques for accurate quantification in complex biological samples.
• Nutritional Science Research: Investigated for its potential role and effects as a bioactive compound, given its relationship to lower inositol phosphates like IP6 (phytic acid).

Basic Information

Product Name	Myo-Inositol 1,3,4,5,6-Pentakis-Phosphate
CAS No.	20298-95-7
Molecular Formula	C6H17O24P5
Molecular Weight	660.03 g/mol
Synonyms	myo-Inositol 1,3,4,5,6-pentakisphosphate; D-myo-Inositol 1,3,4,5,6-pentakisphosphate; Inositol pentaphosphate; IP5; Ins(1,3,4,5,6)P5; 1D-myo-Inositol 1,3,4,5,6-pentakisphosphoric acid; Pentakisphosphoinositol
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Quality Control

Our Myo-Inositol 1,3,4,5,6-Pentakis-Phosphate is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for sensitive research applications. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We ensure compliance with relevant standards for research chemicals, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and purity. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Solubility	Soluble in water

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