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Pyridoxal-5-phosphate hydrate

SKU 90037662 CAS 853645-22-4 Available on enquiry

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Pyridoxal-5-phosphate hydrate is the active form of vitamin B6, essential for amino acid metabolism and neurotransmitter synthesis. It functions as a coenzyme in numerous enzymatic reactions. Available in 1 g, 5 g, and 10 g quantities with ≥98% purity, it is supplied as a white to off-white powder. Molekula supplies Pyridoxal-5-phosphate hydrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 90037662
CAS Number: 853645-22-4
IUPAC Name: (4-formyl-5-hydroxy-6-methyl-3-pyridinyl)methyl dihydrogen phosphate
EC Number: 200-208-3
Exact Mass: 247.0246
SMILES: CC1=NC=C(C(=C1O)C=O)COP(=O)(O)O
InChIKey: NGVDGCNFYWLIFO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C8H10NO6P/c1-5-8(11)7(3-10)6(2-9-5)4-15-16(12,13)14/h2-3,11H,4H2,1H3,(H2,12,13,14)
PubChem CID: 1051

Synonyms

(4-formyl-5-hydroxy-6-methylpyridin-3-yl)methyl dihydrogen phosphate
Biosechs
Codecarboxylase
Pidopidon
pyridoxal 5-phosphate
Pyridoxal P
pyridoxal phosphate
Pyridoxyl phosphate
Pyromijin
Vitazechs

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Melting Point: 255 °C

Source: PubChem CID 1051 (DrugBank)

Frequently asked questions

What is Pyridoxal-5-phosphate hydrate used for?

It is a coenzyme form of vitamin B6 used in biochemical research, enzyme assays, and metabolic studies, particularly in transamination and decarboxylation reactions.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?

The formula is C8H10NO6P·xH2O with a molecular weight of approximately 247.14 g/mol (anhydrous basis); hydrate content may vary.

How should Pyridoxal-5-phosphate hydrate be stored?

Store desiccated at -20 °C in the dark to prevent degradation; avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

What grade is available?

Available in high-purity research grade; suitable for biochemical and enzymatic applications.

Can Molekula supply it in bulk?

Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with the order?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA); additional documentation such as SDS and COO can be provided upon request.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.