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5-Amino-1MQ research compound UK 10mg and 50mg vial - Crown Peptides

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5-Amino-1MQ Research Compound

A high-purity research compound studied in metabolism and NAD+ research. Available in 10mg and 50mg, with every batch independently tested and dispatched from the UK.

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Product Overview

A high-purity research compound studied in metabolism and NAD+ research. Available in 10mg and 50mg, with every batch independently tested and dispatched from the UK.

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Overview

Product Overview

5-Amino-1MQ compound UK is Crown Peptides' small-molecule NNMT research compound, available in 10mg and 50mg strengths for laboratory research.

10mg & 50mgAvailable strengthsHPLC testedChromatographic purityMS verifiedIdentity confirmedBatch CoADocumentation supplied

Supplied for laboratory research purposes only — not for human consumption or for medical, veterinary or diagnostic use.

Key features

Key Features

  • Studied in research involving NNMT enzyme activity and nicotinamide methylation
  • Studied in research involving NAD-related metabolic pathways
  • Studied in research involving adipocyte and energy-balance models
  • Studied in research involving cellular methyl-donor metabolism
  • Batch-specific quality documentation available
Background

About 5-Amino-1MQ Compound UK

5-Amino-1MQ is a quinolinium-based small molecule studied primarily as an inhibitor of nicotinamide N-methyltransferase (NNMT). NNMT participates in nicotinamide metabolism and methyl-donor balance, which has made 5-Amino-1MQ useful in experimental work examining how altered NNMT activity can influence cellular metabolism. Unlike most of the Crown Peptides range, it's a small molecule rather than a peptide — but it's studied through the same rigorous laboratory research lens.

Research

5-Amino-1MQ Research

Laboratory research involving 5-Amino-1MQ has focused on selective NNMT inhibition and its effect on diet-induced obesity in mouse models (Learn more), and the downstream metabolic consequences of changing nicotinamide methylation, alongside related work on other longevity and metabolic compounds such as [NAD+]. Experimental models have explored adipocyte biology, cellular energy handling, NAD-related pathways and methyl-donor metabolism.

  • NNMT enzyme activity and nicotinamide methylation
  • NAD-related metabolic pathways
  • Adipocyte and energy-balance models
  • Cellular methyl-donor metabolism
Specifications

Specifications

Product
5-Amino-1MQ
Classification
Small-molecule NNMT research compound
Available strengths
10mg and 50mg
CAS number
42464-96-0 (commonly referenced for the iodide form)
Molecular weight
286.11 g/mol (iodide salt); 159.21 g/mol for the cation
Molecular formula
C10H11IN2 (iodide salt)
Form
Research material supplied according to product label
Purity and assay
99% (HPLC), batch-specific — refer to Certificate of Analysis
Verification
HPLC and Mass Spectrometry where analytically appropriate

Compound-level reference data. Batch-specific results appear on the Certificate of Analysis.

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Testing

Purity and Testing

Crown Peptides 5-Amino-1MQ is supplied with batch-specific quality documentation appropriate to the material. Analytical methods vary by compound and formulation, so the Certificate of Analysis should be used as the definitive source for identity, assay, purity and relevant impurity information.

Storage

Storage Conditions

  • Store unreconstituted material at -20°C ± 5°C in a cool, dry environment
  • Prepared research solutions should use validated storage conditions appropriate to the compound and study design
  • Protect from unnecessary heat, direct light and repeated temperature fluctuations
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Related

Related Compounds

Researchers working with 5-Amino-1MQ may also be interested in [NAD+], [MOTS-C], [SS-31], [Epitalon] and [L-Carnitine] — other compounds studied in cellular metabolism, energy balance and longevity-related research.

Compliance

Research Use Only

  • Laboratory research only
  • Not for human or clinical use
  • Not for human or veterinary consumption
  • Qualified personnel only
Questions

5-Amino-1MQ Frequently Asked Questions

What is 5-Amino-1MQ?

5-Amino-1MQ is a small-molecule research compound studied for its ability to inhibit nicotinamide N-methyltransferase, commonly abbreviated NNMT. Crown Peptides supplies it in 10mg and 50mg strengths.

Why is NNMT important in 5-Amino-1MQ research?

NNMT catalyses the methylation of nicotinamide. Researchers study the enzyme because changes in its activity can influence nicotinamide handling, methyl-donor balance and wider metabolic pathways.

Is 5-Amino-1MQ a peptide?

No. Despite often appearing alongside peptide research products, 5-Amino-1MQ is a small-molecule quinolinium compound rather than a peptide.

What research areas are associated with 5-Amino-1MQ?

Published experimental work has included NNMT activity, adipocyte biology, cellular metabolism, NAD-related pathways and methyl-donor metabolism.

How is 5-Amino-1MQ quality assessed?

The appropriate analytical methods depend on the exact chemical form. Researchers should use the batch-specific Certificate of Analysis as the definitive source for identity, assay and purity information.

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Every batch is published openly — identity, purity and batch number, with no account needed.

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Supplied for laboratory research purposes only — not for human consumption or for medical, veterinary or diagnostic use.

All Batches Purity Tested

Each batch undergoes internal analytical verification using chromatographic and spectrometric methods prior to lyophilisation.

• HPLC Analysis
• Mass Spectrometry Confirmation
• Batch Traceability

For Research Use Only

By purchasing this product you confirm that you are a qualified researcher and that this compound will be used exclusively for laboratory research purposes.

Not for Human Consumption

This product is not intended for diagnostic or therapeutic use.

Any human or medical use is strictly prohibited.

Store Safely at All Times

Store in a cool, dry, secure and sterile environment away from any unauthorised persons or children.

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