Description

5-Deaza-Fmn is a synthetic flavin mononucleotide (FMN) analog where a nitrogen atom in the isoalloxazine ring system is replaced by carbon. This structural modification makes it a valuable biochemical tool for probing the mechanisms of flavin-dependent enzymes. It is primarily utilized in advanced research and development within the life sciences sector. Key industries that require this compound include pharmaceutical R&D, academic biochemistry research, and specialty chemical synthesis.

Application

• Enzyme Mechanism Studies: Used as a probe to investigate electron transfer and catalytic mechanisms in flavoproteins, such as oxidoreductases and dehydrogenases.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a key intermediate or reference standard in the development of novel therapeutics targeting flavin-dependent pathways.
• Biochemical Assay Development: Employed in the design and validation of diagnostic assays and high-throughput screening platforms.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: Acts as a tool to study cellular redox processes and metabolic regulation involving flavin cofactors.
• Academic Research: Fundamental research in bioinorganic chemistry and enzymology to understand cofactor-protein interactions.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for synthesizing more complex biochemical probes or labeled analogs.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Deaza-Fmn
CAS No.	36408-16-9
Molecular Formula	C17H21N4O9P
Molecular Weight	456.35 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Deazaflavin Mononucleotide; 5-Carba-5-deaza-FMN; 5-Deaza-riboflavin 5'-(dihydrogen phosphate); 1-Deoxy-1-(7,8-dimethyl-2,4-dioxo-3,4-dihydrobenzo[g]pteridin-10(2H)-yl)-D-ribitol 5-(Dihydrogen Phosphate); 5-Deaza-FMN; 5-Deazaflavin-adenine dinucleotide analog precursor; 5-dFMN
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Deaza-Fmn is subjected to rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our quality assurance protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and pharmaceutical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically by HPLC), identification (by NMR/IR), and impurity profile is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0 %
Solubility	Soluble in water, DMSO

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