Description

β-Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide (NAD+) is a vital coenzyme central to cellular metabolism and redox reactions. Its primary commercial value lies in its essential role as an electron carrier in biochemical research, pharmaceutical development, and diagnostic applications. This high-purity compound is critical for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life science research, and nutraceutical industries.

Application

• Biochemical Research & Enzyme Assays: Essential cofactor for studying dehydrogenase enzymes, metabolic pathways, and cellular respiration.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Used in the research and production of drugs targeting age-related diseases, metabolic disorders, and neurodegenerative conditions.
• Diagnostic Kits & Reagents: Key component in clinical diagnostic kits for measuring enzyme activities (e.g., liver function tests, alcohol detection).
• Cell Culture & Biotechnology: Supplement in cell culture media to support energy metabolism and improve cell viability in bioprocessing.
• Nutraceutical & Cosmetic Research: Investigated for its role in anti-aging formulations and as a precursor in NAD+ boosting supplements.
• Food & Beverage Analysis: Employed in enzymatic methods for the quantitative analysis of various substrates like ethanol, lactate, and glucose.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide
CAS No.	53-84-9
Molecular Formula	C21H27N7O14P2
Molecular Weight	663.43 g/mol
Synonyms	NAD+; NAD; Coenzyme I; Diphosphopyridine nucleotide (DPN+); Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (oxidized form); β-NAD; 1,4-Dihydronicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (oxidized); Adenosine 5'-(trihydrogen diphosphate), 5'-5'-ester with 3-(aminocarbonyl)-1-β-D-ribofuranosylpyridinium, inner salt
EINECS	200-184-4

Quality Control

Our β-Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets high-grade specifications suitable for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below for long-term stability. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Allow the sealed container to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
pH (1% Solution)	2.5 - 3.5
Absorbance Ratio (A260/A280)	2.0 - 2.3
Biological Activity	≥ 95% of theoretical

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