Description

Adenine, Monosodium Salt is a high-purity nucleotide derivative, essential as a key building block in biochemical synthesis and research. Its primary value lies in providing a stable, water-soluble form of adenine, a fundamental purine base, for controlled and reproducible applications. This product is critically needed by manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors for applications ranging from nucleic acid synthesis to cell culture media formulation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a critical starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of antiviral drugs (e.g., Adefovir) and other nucleoside-based therapeutics.
• Biochemical Research & Diagnostics: Used in the preparation of nucleotide cofactors (e.g., NAD, FAD), enzyme substrates, and as a component in molecular biology buffers and diagnostic assay kits.
• Cell Culture & Microbiology: An essential additive in defined cell culture media, particularly for fastidious microorganisms and certain mammalian cell lines requiring exogenous purines.
• Nucleic Acid Synthesis: Employed in the chemical and enzymatic synthesis of oligonucleotides, DNA, and RNA for research and diagnostic purposes.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Incorporated into advanced skincare formulations for its potential cell-renewal and conditioning properties.
• Food & Feed Additives: Used as a nutritional supplement in specialty feeds and fortified food products, leveraging its role in nucleotide metabolism.

Basic Information

Product Name	Adenine, Monosodium Salt
CAS No.	40428-86-2
Molecular Formula	C5H6N5NaO
Molecular Weight	175.13 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Aminopurine Monosodium Salt; Adenine Sodium Salt; Sodium Adeninate; 1H-Purin-6-amine, monosodium salt; 9H-Purin-6-amine, monosodium salt; Adenine Na Salt; Vitamin B4 Sodium Salt
EINECS	254-933-8

Quality Control

Our Adenine, Monosodium Salt is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for pharmaceutical and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (HPLC), related substances, residual solvents, and microbiological data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
pH (5% solution)	6.5 - 8.5
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Microbiological Enumeration	Meets standard criteria

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