Molecular structure of (+)-Biotin Methyl Ester, CAS Number: 608-16-2
(+)-Biotin Methyl Ester (CAS 608-16-2)
Alternate Names:
D-(+)-Biotin Methyl Ester; Methyl Biotinate; d-Biotin Methyl Ester; Biotin Methyl Ester; [3aS-(3aα,4β,6aα)]-Hexahydro-2-oxo-1H-thieno[3,4-d]imidazole-4-pentanoic Acid Methyl Ester; (3aS,4S,6aR)-Hexahydro-2-oxo-1H-thieno[3,4-d]imidazole-4-pentanoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS Number:
608-16-2
Molecular Weight:
258.34
Molecular Formula:
C11H18N2O3S
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(+)-Biotin Methyl Ester (BME), a derivative of biotin, holds great significance as a cofactor involved in numerous cellular reactions critical to gene expression, metabolism, and signal transduction. Acting as a biotin analog, (+)-Biotin Methyl Ester exhibits the ability to bind to biotin-dependent enzymes, effectively imitating the effects of biotin itself. By binding to these enzymes, such as acetyl-CoA carboxylase, (+)-Biotin Methyl Ester impairs their activity, resulting in a cascade of consequences. This inhibition of enzyme activity not only influences gene expression and signal transduction but also instigates alterations in various metabolic pathways.
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(+)-Biotin Methyl Ester, 10 mg | sc-503565 | 10 mg | $388.00 |