AICAr Research Compound | AICA Riboside
AICAr is a research compound used in laboratory studies involving cellular metabolism and AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) signaling. For research organizations sourcing AICAr, product identity, analytical documentation, batch information, and material quality should be considered before ordering.
CHA Advanced Research Peptides provides research-oriented materials for qualified laboratory and analytical applications. Customers should review the available product documentation and confirm that the material meets their laboratory requirements before purchase.
Research-use notice: This product should be presented solely for legitimate laboratory research and analytical applications. It is not marketed here as a drug, dietary supplement, or treatment.
Browse the CHA Advanced Research Peptides Shop to review currently available research materials.
What Is AICAr?
AICAr refers to 5-aminoimidazole-4-carboxamide ribonucleoside, also called AICA riboside. It is a nucleoside research compound rather than a peptide.
AICAr has been widely used as a pharmacological tool in studies of AMPK and cellular metabolism. However, published research also shows that some effects attributed to AMPK activation may occur through AMPK-independent mechanisms. Researchers should therefore interpret experimental results carefully.
This distinction matters because AICAr, AICAR/ZMP, and related compounds are not interchangeable terms for the same material.
AICAr vs AICAR: What Is the Difference?
This is an important purchasing question and deserves its own section.
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| AICAr | AICA riboside / 5-aminoimidazole-4-carboxamide ribonucleoside |
| AICAR / ZMP | AICA ribonucleotide, the phosphorylated form |
| Acadesine | Another name associated with AICA riboside |
PubChem lists acadesine as AICA-riboside and provides its molecular formula and molecular weight.
PubChem separately identifies AICA ribotide/AICAR as AICA ribonucleotide, with a different molecular formula and molecular weight.
For procurement, always match the exact chemical identity on the product page, label, invoice, and Certificate of Analysis.
AICAr Research Material Specifications
Your product page should display verified specifications in a clear table.
- Product: AICAr
- Chemical name: 5-Aminoimidazole-4-carboxamide ribonucleoside
- Alternative name: AICA riboside
- Material class: Nucleoside research compound
- Intended application: Laboratory research and analytical work
- Batch: Specify actual lot number
- Purity: Publish only the batch-supported result
- Testing: State the actual analytical methods used
- Documentation: COA and applicable analytical reports
Do not insert a generic “99%+ purity” statement unless you have documentation supporting that exact claim for the product batch.
AICAr Research Applications
AICAr has been extensively used as a pharmacological research tool in studies involving:
- AMPK signaling
- Cellular energy metabolism
- Metabolic regulation
- Nucleotide metabolism
- Cellular stress responses
- Exercise-related cellular pathways
- Experimental cancer biology
The scientific literature describes AICAr as one of the commonly used pharmacological modulators of AMPK activity. It also warns that experimental effects should not automatically be interpreted as exclusively AMPK-mediated.
This is exactly the type of nuance that makes your product page more credible. Don’t turn research findings into human health claims.
Why Analytical Documentation Matters When Buying AICAr
Before ordering AICAr, research organizations should verify:
Product identity
Confirm that the supplied material corresponds to the intended AICA riboside compound.
Batch information
The lot number should match the documentation supplied with the material.
Analytical testing
Where available, provide appropriate analytical information such as:
- HPLC
- LC-MS
- Mass spectrometry
- Other validated analytical methods
Only list methods actually performed on the material.
Certificate of Analysis
A batch-specific COA is substantially more useful than a generic marketing statement.
If your company provides batch documentation, make this information easy to request before an order.
Ordering AICAr Research Material
Before placing an order, customers should confirm:
- Correct compound identity
- Required quantity
- Available batch
- Analytical documentation
- Shipping destination
- Applicable import requirements
- Laboratory handling requirements
- Storage requirements
For general ordering questions, direct customers to the CHA Advanced Research Peptides FAQ.
For shipping information, use Shipping & Returns.
For documentation or product questions, customers can contact CHA Advanced Research Peptides.
AICAr Quality & Supplier Transparency
A strong research-compound supplier page should demonstrate its claims.
If CHA has current certifications, laboratory reports, manufacturing documentation, or independent testing, show the applicable evidence.
Do not use vague claims such as:
- “Best AICAr available”
- “100% pure”
- “Guaranteed pharmaceutical grade”
- “Clinically proven”
- “Safe for human use”
unless the exact claim is legally and scientifically supportable.
Your GMP-certified and Janoshik-verified statements should also be product/batch-specific where applicable. Don’t make the visitor assume that every compound on the site has identical certification or third-party testing.
AICAr Frequently Asked Questions
What is AICAr?
AICAr is 5-aminoimidazole-4-carboxamide ribonucleoside, also known as AICA riboside. It is a nucleoside research compound, not a peptide.
Is AICAr the same as AICAR?
No. AICAr generally refers to AICA riboside, while AICAR can refer to the phosphorylated AICA ribonucleotide/ZMP. The compounds have different chemical identities.
What is AICAr used for in research?
AICAr has been widely used as a research tool in studies of AMPK signaling, cellular metabolism, and related biological pathways. Researchers should account for both AMPK-dependent and AMPK-independent effects when interpreting experiments.
Is AICAr a peptide?
No. AICAr is a nucleoside research compound.
Can I request a Certificate of Analysis?
If batch-specific documentation is available, customers should contact CHA before ordering to confirm the documentation supplied with the applicable lot.
Is this product intended for human use?
This page should clearly identify the material as intended for legitimate laboratory research and analytical applications only.





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