Description

8-Mercapto-Fad is a specialized biochemical compound of significant interest in advanced research and development. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and reference standard in the synthesis and study of flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD) analogs and related coenzymes. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical developers, and biotechnology companies engaged in enzymology, metabolic pathway analysis, and the development of novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Biochemical Research: As a key intermediate in the synthesis of modified flavin coenzymes and FAD analogs for mechanistic studies.
• Enzyme Inhibition Studies: Used to investigate the active sites and catalytic mechanisms of flavin-dependent enzymes.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a building block in the research and development of potential enzyme-targeted drugs and diagnostic agents.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: Employed as a tool compound to study cellular redox processes and electron transport chains.
• Reference Standard: Used for analytical method development, calibration, and quality control in laboratories working with flavin compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Mercapto-Fad
CAS No.	71800-97-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₃₃N₉O₁₅P₂S
Molecular Weight	849.63 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Thio-FAD; 8-Mercaptoflavin adenine dinucleotide; 8-SH-FAD; FAD, 8-mercapto-; 8-Thioflavin adenine dinucleotide; Adenosine 5'-(trihydrogen diphosphate), P'→5'-ester with 8-mercapto-5'-deoxy-8-demethyl-5'-thioriboflavin
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Quality Control

Our 8-Mercapto-Fad is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure high consistency and reliability for research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are provided to guarantee traceability and support your compliance needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (UV-Vis)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0%

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