5-Amino-1MQ

Chemical & physical information

Compound class: Small molecule (NNMT inhibitor analogue)
Molecular formula: C₇H₉N₃O
Molecular weight: ~151.17 g/mol
Form: Crystalline or lyophilised solid (supplier dependent)
Typical purity: ≥98–99% (analytical method dependent)

Research context

5-Amino-1MQ is a small molecule commonly investigated in metabolic and enzymatic regulation research, particularly in models exploring nicotinamide N-methyltransferase (NNMT) activity and its broader role in cellular metabolism.

It is frequently utilised in experimental settings examining:

• Enzyme inhibition within methylation pathways
• Cellular energy regulation and metabolic signalling
• NAD⁺-related biochemical processes
• Small-molecule modulation of metabolic enzymes

Its defined structure and mechanism-focused profile make it relevant for laboratory studies investigating the relationship between enzymatic activity and metabolic system behaviour.

Quality & handling

• Supplied as a solid compound for laboratory preparation
• Analytical purity verified using standard chromatographic techniques
• Suitable for controlled in vitro and pre-clinical research workflows
• Batch-specific documentation available where applicable

For research use only