Description

Methyl Coenzyme M is a critical biochemical cofactor and intermediate in the methanogenesis pathway of archaea. Its primary commercial value lies in its use as a high-purity reference standard and research reagent for studying anaerobic microbiology, biogas production, and novel enzymatic processes. This compound is essential for researchers and developers in the fields of industrial biotechnology, renewable energy, and advanced biochemical synthesis.

Application

• Biochemical Research: A key reference standard and substrate for studying the methanogenesis pathway and the enzyme methyl-coenzyme M reductase (MCR).
• Renewable Energy Studies: Used in research focused on optimizing biogas and methane production from anaerobic digesters.
• Enzymology & Microbiology: Serves as a critical reagent for investigating the metabolism of methanogenic archaea and related anaerobic microorganisms.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Research: Investigated as a building block or model compound in the development of novel enzyme inhibitors and antimicrobial agents.
• Industrial Biotechnology: Applied in R&D for developing synthetic biological pathways and biocatalysts for chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Coenzyme M
CAS No.	53501-90-9
Molecular Formula	C11H20NO6S2
Molecular Weight	326.41 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Methylthio)ethanesulfonyl-CoA; 2-(Methylthio)ethanesulfonic acid coenzyme A ester; Coenzyme M methyl ester; Methyl-CoM; (2-Mercaptoethylsulfonyl)methyl-CoA; 53501-90-9; Methyl-coenzyme M (CoM-S-CH3)
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Quality Control

Our Methyl Coenzyme M is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support research and development with materials that meet the exacting standards required for reproducible scientific results.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dry environment. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms
Identification (NMR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%

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