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5-Amino-1MQ 10mg is a small-molecule NNMT inhibitor research compound commonly studied in laboratory models involving cellular metabolism, NAD+ biology, adipose tissue signaling, and energy homeostasis. This compound is frequently investigated in experimental metabolic research examining the relationship between nicotinamide N-methyltransferase (NNMT) activity and cellular metabolic regulation.
Research Overview
5-Amino-1MQ is a synthetic small-molecule compound studied for its interaction with nicotinamide N-methyltransferase (NNMT), an enzyme involved in nicotinamide metabolism. NNMT catalyzes the methylation of nicotinamide to form 1-methylnicotinamide, using S-adenosyl-L-methionine (SAM) as a methyl donor.
Because nicotinamide is involved in pathways associated with NAD+ biosynthesis and cellular energy metabolism, researchers have investigated NNMT inhibition and its potential influence on metabolic signaling. 5-Amino-1MQ has therefore become a compound of interest in experimental models examining adipose biology, cellular energy expenditure, NAD+ metabolism, and metabolic regulation.
Mechanism & Research Applications
Preclinical research has investigated 5-Amino-1MQ as an inhibitor of NNMT activity and its relationship with metabolic processes in cellular and animal models.
Research models have explored associations with:
• Inhibition of nicotinamide N-methyltransferase (NNMT) activity
• Nicotinamide and NAD+ metabolic pathways
• Cellular energy metabolism and energy expenditure
• Adipose tissue metabolic signaling
• Adipocyte differentiation and cellular metabolic function
• Methyl-donor metabolism involving S-adenosyl-L-methionine (SAM)
• Metabolic regulation in experimental obesity models
These properties make 5-Amino-1MQ an increasingly studied compound in metabolic, adipose-tissue, NAD+, and cellular-energy research.
Product Specifications
• Compound Content: 10mg• Compound Type: Small-Molecule NNMT Inhibitor• Third-Party Tested Purity: 99.90%+
• Research Target: Nicotinamide N-Methyltransferase (NNMT)
• Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₁N₂⁺
• Molecular Weight: Approximately 159.21 g/mol (5-amino-1-methylquinolinium cation)
• Primary Research Area: Metabolic and Cellular Energy Research
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry environment, protected from direct light and moisture.
Research Use Notice
This product is intended strictly for laboratory research and analytical purposes only.
• Not for human consumption
• Not for veterinary use
• Not intended for ingestion, injection, or bodily administration
• Not a drug, food, cosmetic, or dietary supplement
All information provided is for educational and scientific reference purposes only.


