For research use only. Not for therapeutic Use.
8-Hydroxymethyl Riboflavin(CAT: C000478) is a derivative or analog of riboflavin (vitamin B2). This modified compound may have potential applications in nutritional research or pharmaceutical development due to its altered structure, which could affect its bioavailability and biochemical properties. Riboflavin is a vital vitamin with numerous physiological roles, and the exploration of derivatives like 8-Hydroxymethyl Riboflavin may provide insights into enhancing its effectiveness or addressing specific health-related concerns.
| Catalog Number | C000478 |
| CAS Number | 52134-62-0 |
| Synonyms | 8-(Hydroxymethyl)-7-methyl-10-((2S,3S,4R)-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxypentyl)benzo[g]pteridine-2,4(3H,10H)-dione |
| Molecular Formula | C₁₇H₂₀N₄O₇ |
| Purity | ≥95% |
| Solubility | Aqueous Base (Slightly, Sonicated), DMSO (Slightly, Heated) |
| Appearance | Orange to Very Dark Orange Solid |
| Storage | 4°C, Hygroscopic |
| Reference | Unna, K., et al.: J. Pharmacol. Exp. Ther., 76, 75 (1942); Rivlin, et al.: N. Engl. J. Med., 283, 463 (1970); Al-Shammary, F.J., et al.: Anal. Profiles Drug Subs., 19, 429 (1990) |
