Pyrroloquinoline Quinone

CAS Number
72909-34-3
EC Number
200-001-8
Abbreviation
PQQ

What is Pyrroloquinoline Quinone?

Pyrroloquinoline quinone (CAS 72909-34-3), commonly known as PQQ or coenzyme PQQ, is a redox-active cofactor found naturally in trace amounts in certain foods and in human breast milk.

Where is Pyrroloquinoline Quinone used?

  • Dietary supplements and functional foods: antioxidant and cellular energy-support ingredient
  • Nutraceutical capsules, tablets and softgels positioned around mitochondrial health and cognitive support
  • Functional food and beverage development: antioxidant activity at low inclusion levels without affecting organoleptic properties
  • Agricultural biostimulants: support of microbial activity and plant growth promotion
  • Biotechnology and life science research: reagent and enzyme cofactor in cell biology studies
  • It is incorporated into formulations as the disodium salt for improved solubility.

Good to know: Standard grades include food-grade and supplement-grade material meeting specifications relevant to dietary ingredient regulations.

Commercial specifications

  • Purity levels of 98% and above
  • Disodium salt form

Other Names (Synonyms)

coenzyme PQQ|4,5-dihydro-4,5-dioxo-1H-pyrrolo[2,3-5,6]quinoline-2,7,9-tricarboxylic acid|2,7,9-tricarboxy-1H-pyrrolo(2,3-f)quinoline-4,5-dione|2,4,6-tricarboxylic-pyrrolo[2,3-5,6]quinoline 8,9-quinone|4,5-Dioxo-4,5-dihydro-1H-pyrrolo[2,3-f]quinoline-2,7,9-tricarboxylate|Pqq coenzyme|Pqq cofactor|4,5-dioxo-1H-pyrrolo[2,3-f]quinoline-2,7,9-tricarboxylic acid|PQQ

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What are the physical properties of Pyrroloquinoline Quinone?

Melting Point >300 °C
Boiling Point 1018.6±65.0 °C(Predicted)
Density 1.963±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
Appearance Orange-Red Solid
Color Orange to Red
Form Solid

How is Pyrroloquinoline Quinone classified and handled safely? Learn More

Warning
GHS07· Irritant

Hazard Statements

H302 H302
H315 H315
H319 H319
H335 H335

Precautionary Statements

P261 P261
P264 P264
P270 P270
P271 P271

Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Pyrroloquinoline Quinone?

HS Code 29339900
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids
WGK (Germany) 3
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