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PQQ
A PQQ ingredient direction for formulation review, with chemical form, grade, appearance, and release criteria confirmed against the offered batch.
- Product Name
- PQQ (Pyrroloquinoline Quinone Disodium Salt)
- Appearance
- Orange-red to reddish-brown crystalline powder
- CAS No.
- 122628-50-6
Product Introduction
PQQ (Pyrroloquinoline Quinone Disodium Salt), is a natural bioactive coenzyme also known as methoxatin. It exists minimally in certain fermented foods and plants.
As a powerful antioxidant, PQQ supports mitochondrial biogenesis, helps maintain normal cellular energy metabolism, scavenges free radicals, and assists in protecting cells from oxidative stress. It is widely used in dietary supplements, functional food raw materials, health product formulations.
Main Functions
- Promote mitochondrial biogenesis
It upregulates PGC-1α signaling pathway to stimulate the formation of new mitochondria, improve cellular ATP energy production and relieve fatigue. - Powerful recyclable antioxidant
Capable of repeated redox cycling to scavenge free radicals, reduce oxidative stress, and help regenerate endogenous antioxidants inside cells. - Support brain & neuronal health
Stimulates the production of nerve growth factor (NGF), protects neurons, and supports cognitive function and memory. - Support cardiovascular health and immune function
Helps ease oxidative inflammation, maintains energy metabolism of cardiac cells and balances immune response.
