Description

Oxythiamine Amyl Disulfide is a synthetic, organosulfur derivative of thiamine (vitamin B1) with a distinct disulfide bridge. This compound is valued in research and development for its role as a biochemical tool to study thiamine-dependent metabolic pathways and enzyme inhibition. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and advanced chemical synthesis sectors.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a specific inhibitor in studies of thiamine pyrophosphate (TPP)-dependent enzymes like transketolase and pyruvate dehydrogenase.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel thiamine analogs and potential therapeutic agents.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: A critical tool for investigating cellular energy metabolism, carbohydrate metabolism, and the pentose phosphate pathway in both in vitro and in vivo models.
• Nutraceutical Development: Employed in R&D for designing advanced vitamin B1 derivatives with modified bioavailability or activity.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Oxythiamine Amyl Disulfide
CAS No.	84714-57-8
Molecular Formula	C17H26N4O3S2
Molecular Weight	398.55 g/mol
Synonyms	O-Dithiobis(pentyl) Oxythiamine; Oxythiamine Pentyl Disulfide; Amyl Disulfide Oxythiamine; Thiamine Antagonist; 3-[(4-Amino-2-pentyl-disulfanyl-pentyl)-methyl-formyl-amino]-2-methyl-pyrimidin-4-yl]methanol; Vitamin B1 Antagonist (Oxythiamine derivative)
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Quality Control

Our Oxythiamine Amyl Disulfide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets rigorous research-grade specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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