Description

1-Carba-1-Deazariboflavin is a structurally modified analog of riboflavin (vitamin B2), where a nitrogen atom in the isoalloxazine ring system is replaced by a carbon atom. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical and pharmaceutical research due to its role as a mechanistic probe and a potential precursor for novel coenzyme analogs. It serves as a critical research chemical for enzymologists and medicinal chemists investigating flavin-dependent enzymes, cofactor biosynthesis, and the development of new bioactive molecules.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a mechanistic probe to study the catalytic mechanisms of flavin-dependent enzymes, such as oxidoreductases and dehydrogenases.
• Enzyme Inhibition Studies: Acts as a precursor or analog for developing inhibitors targeting specific flavoenzyme pathways.
• Cofactor Analog Synthesis: Serves as a key intermediate in the chemical synthesis of novel flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD) and flavin mononucleotide (FMN) analogs.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Investigated for the design and development of new therapeutic agents that modulate flavin-dependent processes.
• Nutritional Science Research: Utilized in studies exploring the structure-activity relationships of riboflavin derivatives and their biological functions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Carba-1-Deazariboflavin
CAS No.	64183-66-0
Molecular Formula	C17H20N4O6
Molecular Weight	376.37 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Deaza-1-carbariboflavin; 1-Carba-1-deazalumiflavin; 5,6-Dimethyl-1-carba-1-deazaisoalloxazine; 7,8-Dimethyl-10-ribityl-1-carba-1-deazaisoalloxazine; 1-CDRF; 1-Carbariboflavin; 1-Deazariboflavin analog
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Quality Control

Our 1-Carba-1-Deazariboflavin is produced under controlled conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for demanding research applications. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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