β-Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, reduced disodium salt hydrate
β-Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, reduced disodium salt hydrate (CAS 606-68-8) is a crucial coenzyme vital for numerous redox reactions through electron transport. It functions as a key cofactor in a wide array of biochemical processes. This reduced form, also known as NADH, plays a significant role in cellular respiration and metabolic pathways. Available from Tech Serve Solutions in bulk vials, this compound is essential for research and development in biochemistry and related fields.
- IUPAC
- β-DPNH,β-NADH,DPNH,Diphosphopyridine nucleotide, reduced form,NADH
- Synonyms
- β-DPNHβ-NADHDPNHDiphosphopyridine nucleotide, reduced formNADH

Redox Reactions
As a coenzyme, NAD/NADH facilitates a vast number of redox reactions by acting as an electron carrier. This is fundamental to many metabolic processes within cells, including energy production.
Biochemical Research
This reduced form of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide is extensively used in biochemical and enzymatic assays. Its role in cellular energy metabolism makes it a valuable reagent for studying metabolic pathways and enzyme kinetics.
Enzyme Cofactor
NADH serves as a critical cofactor for various dehydrogenases and other enzymes involved in catabolic and anabolic pathways. Its availability is essential for the catalytic activity of these enzymes.
Post-Translational Modifications
NAD participates in post-translational modifications of proteins, such as Poly(ADP-ribose) polymerization. The reduced form is involved in the subsequent steps of these cellular signalling processes.
| Molecular weight | 709.40 (anhydrous basis) |
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| Empirical formula | C21H27N7Na2O14P2 · xH2O |
| Assay | ≥97% (HPLC)≥97% (spectrophotometric assay) |
| Storage temperature | −20°C |
| Application | Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) and NADH form a redox pair. NAD/NADH is a coenzyme that supports redox reactions via the transport of electrons in a vast array of applications. NAD is also involved in post-translational (Poly(ADP-ribose) polymerization) modifications of proteins. |
| Protective equipment | Eyeshields, Gloves, type N95 (US), type P1 (EN143) respirator filter |
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| Water hazard class (WGK, DE) | 3 |
Hazard information is provided for guidance. Always consult the product Safety Data Sheet (SDS), available on request, before handling.
Documentation
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Supply & logistics
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What is β-Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, reduced disodium salt hydrate used for?
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It is used as a coenzyme to support redox reactions via electron transport in a vast array of biochemical applications. It is also involved in post-translational modifications of proteins.
What is the CAS number and formula for this compound?
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The CAS number for the anhydrous form is 606-68-8. The empirical formula is C21H27N7Na2O14P2 · xH2O.
What grade and purity does Tech Serve Solutions supply?
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Tech Serve Solutions supplies this product with an assay of ≥97% (HPLC) and ≥97% (spectrophotometric assay). We do not represent this product as USP, BP, EP, or other pharmacopoeia grades.
How should β-Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, reduced disodium salt hydrate be handled?
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Handling requires appropriate personal protective equipment, including eyeshields, gloves, and a P1 (EN143) or N95 (US) respirator filter. Storage should be at -20°C.
How is this chemical shipped and exported?
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Tech Serve Solutions is a specialist global supplier and exporter of fine chemicals and reagents, shipping products worldwide in bulk vials.
How can I request a sample or quote?
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