For research use only. Not for therapeutic Use.
(+)-Biotin (+)-Sulfoxide(CAT: R020411) is a compound derived from Biotin, a water-soluble B-vitamin. This sulfoxide form of Biotin exhibits diverse modes of action including enzyme co-factor roles, particularly in carboxylation reactions involving biotin-dependent enzymes. Its pharmacological actions include contributing to metabolic processes by aiding in the transfer of carboxyl groups. In the pharmaceutical field, this compound might have potential applications in metabolic disorder treatments. Additionally, its relevance in organic chemistry lies in its role as a chiral building block for synthesizing complex molecules.
Catalog Number | R020411 |
CAS Number | 10406-89-0 |
Synonyms | (3aS,4S,5S,6aR)-Hexahydro-2-oxo-1H-Thieno[3,4-d]imidazole-4-pentanoic Acid 5-Oxide; [3aS-(3aα,4β,5α,6aα)]-Hexahydro-2-oxo-1H-Thieno[3,4-d]imidazole-4-pentanoic Acid 5-Oxide; (+)-Biotin 5-Oxide; Biotin D-S-oxide; Biotin (+)-Sulfoxide; Biotin d-Sulfoxi |
Molecular Formula | C₁₀H₁₆N₂O₄S |
Purity | ≥95% |
Storage | -20°C |