Inosine
| Product Name | Inosine |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 58-63-9 |
| Other Names | Hypoxanthine riboside; 9-β-D-Ribofuranosylhypoxanthine; Inosine-9-β-D-ribofuranoside |
| Molecular Formula | C10H12N4O5 |
| Molecular Weight | 268.23 g/mol |
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline powder |
| Assay (HPLC) | ≥99.0% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% |
| Heavy Metals | ≤10 ppm |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water, practically insoluble in ethanol |
| Particle Size | 98% pass 80 mesh |
| Package | 25 kg fiber drum with double polyethylene liner |
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Synonyms: Hypoxanthine riboside, 9-β-D-Ribofuranosylhypoxanthine, Inosine-9-β-D-ribofuranoside, Inosine
Inosine is a naturally occurring purine nucleoside formed by the deamination of adenosine, consisting of a hypoxanthine base attached to a ribose sugar via a β-N9-glycosidic bond. While it appears in small quantities in animal tissues and certain plant sources, commercial material is produced through fermentation or chemical synthesis, yielding a high-purity white crystalline powder that meets stringent pharmaceutical standards.
As an intermediate in purine metabolism, inosine serves as a precursor to adenosine and guanosine nucleotides, influencing cellular energy balance and signaling pathways. This central role has made it a valuable molecule for pharmaceutical research, nutraceutical formulations, and biochemical assays. Its ability to modulate adenosine receptors and support ATP regeneration has attracted interest in areas ranging from cardiovascular health to neuroprotection.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Assay (HPLC) | ≥99.0% |
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline powder |
| Identification | IR and HPLC conform to reference standard |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% |
| Heavy Metals | ≤10 ppm |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water, practically insoluble in ethanol |
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