5-Amino-1MQ 10mg — NNMT Research Compound

5-Amino-1MQ 10mg is a small-molecule research compound supplied by PeakForce Labs for laboratory research applications. 5-Amino-1MQ (5-amino-1-methylquinolinium) is investigated as an inhibitor of nicotinamide N-methyltransferase (NNMT), an enzyme involved in nicotinamide metabolism and methyl-group biochemistry.

Each vial contains 10mg of 5-Amino-1MQ supplied as research material in a sealed glass vial and independently verified through rigorous third-party analytical testing.

Product Specifications

Compound: 5-Amino-1MQ

Chemical Name: 5-Amino-1-methylquinolinium

Research Classification: Small-molecule NNMT inhibitor

Primary Research Target: Nicotinamide N-methyltransferase (NNMT)

Chemical Form: 5-Amino-1-methylquinolinium iodide, where confirmed by batch-specific documentation

Form: Research powder

Vial Configuration: 10mg supplied in a sealed glass vial

Purity: ≥99% where confirmed by applicable batch-specific analytical testing

Appearance: See batch-specific product specification

Testing: Independent third-party analytical verification utilizing applicable methods including HPLC and/or mass spectrometry

Analytical Verification

Every applicable batch of 5-Amino-1MQ undergoes analytical testing designed to support compound identity, purity, content, and consistency.

Identity Verification: Confirms that the research material corresponds to the specified 5-Amino-1MQ compound.

Purity Quantification: Chromatographic analysis evaluates the target compound relative to applicable impurities and synthesis-related byproducts.

Content Verification: Evaluates the specified 10mg research compound content according to applicable analytical procedures.

Visual Appearance: Confirms physical consistency against established product specifications.

Mass Spectrometry / Molecular Verification: Applicable mass-spectrometric analysis supports compound identity and molecular characteristics.

Batch Documentation: Exact analytical results are documented through applicable batch-specific COAs.

Research Context

5-Amino-1MQ is a synthetic small molecule investigated primarily for its inhibitory activity against nicotinamide N-methyltransferase (NNMT).

NNMT catalyzes the transfer of a methyl group from S-adenosyl-L-methionine (SAM) to nicotinamide, producing 1-methylnicotinamide and S-adenosyl-L-homocysteine.

Because of this biochemical function, NNMT is investigated at the intersection of nicotinamide metabolism, methyl-group utilization, cellular metabolism, and gene-regulation-associated processes.

NNMT Inhibition

5-Amino-1MQ provides researchers with a defined chemical tool for examining the molecular consequences of NNMT inhibition.

Experimental research involving NNMT inhibition can be used to investigate relationships among NNMT activity, nicotinamide utilization, methyl-donor metabolism, cellular signaling, and downstream metabolic pathways.

Nicotinamide and NAD-Associated Research

Nicotinamide participates in NAD-associated metabolic pathways.

Because NNMT utilizes nicotinamide as a substrate, experimental modulation of NNMT provides a framework for examining relationships among nicotinamide availability, NAD-associated metabolism, cellular redox systems, and related biochemical processes.

This research context does not establish that 5-Amino-1MQ directly increases NAD+ concentrations in every experimental system.

Methyl-Group and Epigenetic-Associated Research

NNMT utilizes SAM, an important cellular methyl donor, during the methylation of nicotinamide.

NNMT inhibition therefore provides researchers with an experimental framework for investigating relationships between NNMT activity, SAM utilization, methyl-group metabolism, and gene-regulation-associated biochemical processes.

These relationships are complex and should not be interpreted as establishing a generalized epigenetic effect of 5-Amino-1MQ.

Cellular Metabolism Research

NNMT expression and activity have been investigated across numerous cellular and metabolic research systems.

5-Amino-1MQ provides a small-molecule research tool for examining relationships between NNMT activity and cellular bioenergetics, substrate metabolism, mitochondrial-associated processes, and metabolism-associated gene expression under controlled experimental conditions.

Adipocyte-Associated Cellular Research

NNMT has also been investigated in adipocyte-associated and lipid-metabolism research systems.

These experimental models provide opportunities to examine relationships among NNMT activity, cellular lipid handling, metabolic signaling, and energy-associated biochemical pathways.

This research context does not establish fat loss, increased energy expenditure, weight reduction, or other physiological outcomes.

5-Amino-1MQ 10mg is intended solely for in vitro research and laboratory investigation by qualified personnel in appropriate research environments.

Storage

Storage: Store sealed in a cool, dry location away from direct light

Long-term storage: Follow batch-specific or manufacturer-provided stability documentation; low-temperature storage may be appropriate where specified

Prepared solutions: Storage conditions should be determined according to the solvent, concentration, experimental method, and applicable stability data

Light protection: Protect research material from prolonged direct light

Avoid: Excessive heat, moisture, and repeated temperature cycling

Quality Assurance

PeakForce Labs maintains rigorous quality-control standards across its research compounds. Our quality assurance procedures emphasize analytical verification, consistency, and traceability:

• Independent third-party analytical testing on applicable batches
• Compound identity verification
• HPLC purity analysis where applicable
• Mass spectrometry verification where applicable
• Content verification according to applicable product specifications
• Full product traceability
• Batch-specific COAs
• Same-day shipping available for orders placed before daily 3PM CST cutoff

Terms of Sale

By purchasing this product, the buyer confirms and attests that:

• They are 21 years of age or older
• They are a qualified research professional, authorized research personnel, or research institution
• They accept full responsibility for proper handling, storage, and use of this material in accordance with all applicable regulations
• They will not use this material for human consumption, veterinary use, or any in vivo application

About PeakForce Labs

PeakForce Labs is a Houston, Texas-founded research compound supplier specializing in high-quality research materials for laboratory applications. Our research products are supplied with an emphasis on analytical verification, product consistency, traceability, and quality assurance.

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