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N10-(Trifluoroacetyl)pteroic acid (CAS 37793-53-6)

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Alternate Names:
4-[(2-Amino-4-hydroxypteridin-6-ylmethyl)-(2,2,2-trifluoroacetyl)amino]benzoic acid
CAS Number:
37793-53-6
Purity:
95%
Molecular Weight:
408.29
Molecular Formula:
C16H11F3N6O4
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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N10-(Trifluoroacetyl)pteroic acid is a chemical compound with attention in the field of biochemistry, particularly in studies focusing on folate metabolism and the biosynthesis of tetrahydrofolate (THF) derivatives. This compound is a modified analog of pteroic acid, a key precursor in the folate pathway, and its trifluoroacetyl group is of particular interest for probing enzyme-substrate interactions within this pathway. Researchers utilize it to dissect the enzymatic steps involved in the conversion of pteroic acid to active folate forms, which are vital for nucleotide biosynthesis and amino acid metabolism. Its incorporation into experimental models allows for the investigation of the specificity and mechanism of folate-dependent enzymes, such as dihydropteroate synthase. Furthermore, N10-(Trifluoroacetyl)pteroic acid serves as a tool for studying the transport and cellular uptake of folate compounds since modifications to the pteroic acid moiety can affect these processes.


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N10-(Trifluoroacetyl)pteroic acid, 25 mg

sc-253166
25 mg
$130.00