Description

Shikimate-3-Phosphate is a key phosphorylated intermediate in the shikimate pathway, essential for the biosynthesis of aromatic amino acids and numerous secondary metabolites in plants and microorganisms. Its high purity and stability are critical for research and development in metabolic engineering and enzyme inhibition studies. This compound is primarily utilized by biochemical researchers, pharmaceutical developers, and agrochemical companies focusing on novel herbicide targets and antibiotic development.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Essential substrate for studying the shikimate pathway enzymes, such as EPSP synthase, in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Used in the research and screening of potential antimicrobial and antifungal agents that target the shikimate pathway in pathogens.
• Agrochemical Research: A critical tool for investigating and developing next-generation herbicides that inhibit aromatic amino acid biosynthesis in plants.
• Metabolic Engineering: Serves as a precursor or standard in engineering microbial strains for the enhanced production of valuable aromatic compounds.
• Enzyme Kinetics & Assays: Employed as a standard or reagent in enzymatic assays to determine kinetic parameters and inhibitor efficacy.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in HPLC, LC-MS, or NMR for quantification and method validation in quality control labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Shikimate-3-Phosphate
CAS No.	63959-45-5
Molecular Formula	C7H13O10P
Molecular Weight	312.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Phosphoshikimic Acid; S3P; (3R,4R,5R)-3,4,5-Trihydroxy-1-cyclohexene-1-carboxylic Acid 3-(Dihydrogen Phosphate); Shikimic Acid 3-Phosphate; Shikimate 3-Phosphate; 3-O-Phosphono-D-shikimic Acid
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Quality Control

Our Shikimate-3-Phosphate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dry environment. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container should be allowed to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (NMR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Solubility	Soluble in water

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