Description

Homocysteine-Thiolactone-Nicotinamide is a specialized biochemical compound formed from the conjugation of homocysteine thiolactone and nicotinamide. This molecule is of significant interest in biochemical and pharmaceutical research, particularly in studies related to cellular metabolism, methylation cycles, and the role of homocysteine derivatives. It serves as a critical intermediate or reference standard for researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences sector, enabling the development of novel therapeutic agents and diagnostic tools.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a key intermediate in studying homocysteine metabolism, transmethylation pathways, and related enzymatic processes.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a building block or reference standard in the synthesis and quality control of novel drug candidates targeting cardiovascular and neurological conditions.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Employed in the production of calibration standards and reagents for clinical diagnostic kits measuring homocysteine and related metabolites.
• Nutraceutical Research: Investigated for its potential role and interactions within B-vitamin complexes, particularly concerning nicotinamide and its metabolic functions.
• Academic & Institutional Studies: Utilized in universities and research institutes for fundamental studies in biochemistry, molecular biology, and metabolic disease models.

Basic Information

Product Name	Homocysteine-Thiolactone-Nicotinamide
CAS No.	55316-22-8
Molecular Formula	C13H15N3O2S
Molecular Weight	277.34 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(4-Amino-4-carboxybutyl)-3-carbamoylpyridin-1-ium; Homocysteine thiolactone nicotinamide salt; Nicotinamide homocysteine thiolactone; L-Homocysteine thiolactone nicotinamide; Vitamin B3 homocysteine thiolactone derivative; Hcy-thiolactone-Nic; 1-(4-Amino-4-carboxybutyl)-3-carbamoylpyridinium
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Quality Control

Our Homocysteine-Thiolactone-Nicotinamide is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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