N-Acetylmuramic acid 6-phosphate

CAS: 859839-44-4

Ref. 3D-MA76722

Product Information

• Name: N-Acetylmuramic acid 6-phosphate
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: N-Acetylmuramic acid 6-phosphate is a molecule that belongs to the class of compounds known as nucleotide phosphates. It is an intermediate in the biosynthesis of peptidoglycan, which is a major component of bacterial cell walls. N-Acetylmuramic acid 6-phosphate is synthesized from ATP and N-acetylmuramic acid by hydrolysis. The reaction mechanism for this transformation involves an imine intermediate, which can be formed through the action of two molecules of ATP and one molecule of N-acetylmuramic acid. This reaction is catalyzed by an enzyme called heterocyst. The enzyme kinetics for this transformation are influenced by many factors, including temperature, pH, and substrate concentration.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 373.25 g/mol
• Formula: C₁₁H₂₀NO₁₁P
• Purity: Min. 95%