Description

Drosopterin is a naturally occurring pteridine pigment, a key component of the eye pigments in *Drosophila* and other insects. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical research for its role in the visual system and as a model for studying pteridine metabolism. It serves as a crucial reference standard and biochemical reagent for researchers in life sciences, particularly in genetics, developmental biology, and entomology. Our high-purity grade ensures reliable and reproducible results for your critical research and development projects.

Application

• Biochemical Research Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical reference standard for the identification and quantification of pteridine compounds in biological samples.
• Entomology Studies: Essential for research into insect physiology, specifically for studying eye pigment biosynthesis and genetic pathways in *Drosophila melanogaster* and related species.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: A key reagent in investigating pteridine metabolic pathways, their regulation, and associated enzymatic activities.
• Developmental Biology: Employed in studies of eye development and pigmentation processes during insect morphogenesis.
• Chromatography Calibration: Serves as a calibration marker in HPLC and other chromatographic methods for separating and analyzing complex biological mixtures.
• Enzyme Substrate/Inhibitor Studies: Potential use as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic assays related to pteridine metabolism.

Basic Information

Product Name	Drosopterin
CAS No.	33466-46-5
Molecular Formula	C14H12N6O3
Molecular Weight	312.29 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-4,6,7-trihydroxy-5,8-dihydropteridine; 2-Amino-4,6,7-trihydroxy-5,8-dihydroperidine; Drosopterine; Drosophila Red Pigment; (5R,8S)-2-Amino-4,6,7-trihydroxy-5,8-dihydroperidine; (5R,8S)-2-Amino-4,6,7-trihydroxy-5,8-dihydropteridine; Insect Eye Pigment
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Quality Control

Our Drosopterin is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure the high purity and consistency required for research applications. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting the exact specifications and test results for your quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (UV/Vis)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %

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