Description
Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) is a coenzyme found in all living cells. The compound is a dinucleotide, because it consists of two nucleotides joined through their phosphate groups. One nucleotide contains an adenine base and the other nicotinamide. Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide exists in two forms, an oxidized and reduced form abbreviated as NAD+ and NADH respectively.
Molecular Weight
663.4 (As anhydrous free acid)
681.4 (as monohydrate)
Specificity
Water content: < 8% by Karl Fischer
Storage
Keep tightly stoppered in the dark below 5°C. Moisture will reduce the purity. For prolonged storage, keep below -20°C.
Synonyms
β-DPN; β-NAD; Coenzyme 1; Cozymase; DPN; Diphosphopyridine nucleotide; NAD; Nadide; 53-84-9