NAD+

Chemical & physical information

Molecular formula: C21H27N7O14P2
Molecular weight: ~663.4 g/mol
CAS number: 53-84-9
Form: Solid / powder (batch dependent)
Typical purity: ≥98%

Research context

NAD+ is a central cofactor in cellular redox reactions and is widely studied in laboratory research focused on:

• Energy transfer and metabolic flux
• Mitochondrial function
• Enzyme-mediated oxidation–reduction reactions
• Cellular ageing and longevity models

Due to its well-characterised biochemical role, NAD+ is frequently used in cell-based assays, enzymatic studies, and metabolic pathway modelling.

Solubility & handling notes

• NAD+ is soluble in water, typically yielding a clear to lightly coloured solution
• Colour may vary from colourless to pale yellow depending on concentration, formulation, and light exposure
• Gentle heating or sonication may be used during preparation if required
• pH adjustment using appropriate laboratory buffers may improve solution stability

Quality & handling

• Supplied as a solid or powder for laboratory preparation
• Analytical purity verified using standard methods
• Batch-specific documentation available

For research use only