5-Amino-1MQ

Compound Class: Small-Molecule Metabolic Research Compound / NNMT Inhibitor

OVERVIEW

5-Amino-1MQ (5-Amino-1-methylquinolinium) is a synthetic small-molecule research compound studied for its potential effects on cellular metabolism, fat metabolism, and energy regulation.

It functions primarily as an inhibitor of the enzyme nicotinamide N-methyltransferase (NNMT), which plays a role in regulating fat storage, NAD⁺ metabolism, and cellular energy balance. Because of its activity in these metabolic pathways, researchers investigate 5-Amino-1MQ in studies related to metabolic health, mitochondrial function, and energy production.

Unlike many research peptides, 5-Amino-1MQ is a small-molecule compound rather than a peptide, making it structurally different from most compounds used in peptide research.

POTENTIAL RESEARCH BENEFITS

5-Amino-1MQ is commonly studied for its potential role in:

Metabolic Regulation

Investigated for its potential influence on metabolic efficiency and energy utilization.

Fat Metabolism

Research models explore its potential effects on lipid metabolism and fat oxidation pathways.

NAD+ Metabolism

Studied for its relationship with nicotinamide metabolism and NAD⁺ production pathways.

Mitochondrial Function

Researchers examine its potential role in supporting mitochondrial energy production.

Cellular Energy Balance

Investigated in studies focused on cellular metabolism and energy homeostasis.

MECHANISM OF ACTION

5-Amino-1MQ works by inhibiting the enzyme nicotinamide N-methyltransferase (NNMT).

Research suggests this may:

• Reduce the conversion of nicotinamide to 1-methylnicotinamide

• Preserve nicotinamide for NAD⁺ synthesis pathways

• Support cellular energy metabolism

• Influence metabolic signaling pathways

Because of these mechanisms, 5-Amino-1MQ has become an area of interest in metabolic and mitochondrial research.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

• Compound Name: 5-Amino-1MQ

• Chemical Name: 5-Amino-1-methylquinolinium

• Compound Type: Synthetic small-molecule NNMT inhibitor

• Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₀N₂

• Appearance: White to off-white powder

What is 5-Amino-1MQ?

5-Amino-1MQ is a synthetic research compound that inhibits the NNMT enzyme involved in metabolic and NAD⁺ pathways.

What is 5-Amino-1MQ commonly researched for?

Researchers study it in metabolic regulation, fat metabolism, mitochondrial function, and energy metabolism research models.