Description

Homoadenosine is a purine nucleoside analog of significant interest in biochemical and pharmaceutical research. This compound serves as a crucial building block and reference standard for the development of novel therapeutic agents and diagnostic tools. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in nucleotide chemistry, antiviral research, and the synthesis of modified nucleic acids.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel nucleoside-based antiviral and anticancer drug candidates.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies to understand purine metabolism and related pathways.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in HPLC and LC-MS assays.
• Nucleic Acid Chemistry: Employed in the preparation of modified oligonucleotides for probing RNA/DNA structure and function.
• Enzyme Mechanism Studies: Utilized to investigate the activity and specificity of adenosine-metabolizing enzymes like kinases and deaminases.

Basic Information

Product Name	Homoadenosine
CAS No.	22415-88-9
Molecular Formula	C11H15N5O4
Molecular Weight	281.27 g/mol
Synonyms	9-((2R,3S,4R,5R)-3,4-Dihydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl)-6,9-dihydro-3H-purin-6-one; 1-(β-D-Ribofuranosyl)adenine; 6-Amino-9-(β-D-ribofuranosyl)purine homologue; Adenosine homologue; N6-Adenosine homologue; 9H-Purin-6-amine, 9-((2R,3S,4R,5R)-3,4-dihydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydro-2-furanyl)-
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Quality Control

Our Homoadenosine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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