SKIN CARE Pyrroloquinoline quinone/PQQ/ Methoxatin/Vitamin PQQ/Dietary supplement

Product Description

PQQ (Pyrroloquinoline Quinone) is a naturally occurring quinone compound with CAS Number 72909-34-3, molecular formula C₁₄H₆N₂O₈, and molecular weight 330.21. It was first discovered in microorganisms and has since been confirmed to be present in various foods and human tissues; it acts as an important redox cofactor in intracellular energy metabolism. This product is a high-purity (≥98%, as determined by HPLC) reddish-brown to orange-red powder that is highly water-soluble and chemically stable. It is widely used in scientific research and as a common ingredient in dietary supplements and functional foods.

Key Benefits

PQQ’s most notable characteristic lies in its close relationship with the “cellular powerhouse”—the mitochondria. As a redox cofactor, it efficiently transfers electrons during redox reactions within cells, helping cells maintain smooth energy metabolism. At the same time, numerous studies have found that it plays a unique role in supporting mitochondrial function, which is the primary reason it is widely used in the research and development of energy and health-related products. Furthermore, PQQ possesses strong antioxidant activity on its own, helping to scavenge excess free radicals in the body, and has thus garnered significant attention in research related to oxidative stress.

1. Support for mitochondrial function: Studies show that PQQ supports normal mitochondrial function, helping cells maintain efficient energy metabolism.

2. Antioxidant Activity: As a redox cofactor, it participates in the scavenging of free radicals, helping cells resist oxidative stress.

3. Involvement in Energy Metabolism: It acts as an electron carrier in cellular redox reactions, participating in the processes of energy production and utilization.

4. Neuroprotection Research: It has demonstrated significant research value in studies related to cognitive function and neuroprotection and is a commonly used model compound in this field.

Applications

PQQ’s applications span two major fields: scientific research and the health industry. In laboratories, it serves as a key tool compound for redox studies, enzyme research, and cellular function experiments; in the industry, it is a popular ingredient in dietary supplements and functional foods, widely used in product lines related to energy support and antioxidants, while also gradually gaining attention in the field of skincare ingredients.

1. Scientific Research: Used in basic experiments involving redox reactions, enzyme studies, mitochondrial function, and cellular energy metabolism.

2. Dietary Supplement Ingredients: Serves as an ingredient in energy-support and antioxidant dietary supplements, as well as in functional foods.

3. Functional Food Development: Used as an ingredient in formulations for health foods such as oral liquids and powdered beverages.

4. Skin Care Ingredients: Serves as an antioxidant active ingredient in cosmetic formulations for the development of related products.

5. Testing and Quality Control: Used as an analytical standard for the development of PQQ content testing methods and for quality control.