Description

5-Hydroxytryptophol is a significant metabolite of serotonin, playing a crucial role in the study of neurotransmitter pathways and neuroendocrine regulation. This compound is valued for its high purity and stability, making it an essential reference standard and research chemical. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic research institutions, and diagnostic manufacturers focusing on neurological and biochemical research.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a key metabolite in studies of serotonin (5-HT) catabolism and neurotransmitter pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for method development, validation, and quality control in drug discovery.
• Neuroendocrine Studies: Employed in research investigating the relationship between serotonin metabolism, melatonin synthesis, and circadian rhythms.
• Diagnostic Development: Acts as a calibrator or control in the development of clinical assays for measuring serotonin metabolites in biological fluids.
• Metabolite Analysis: Critical for in vitro and in vivo studies aiming to quantify serotonin turnover and understand related disorders.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hydroxytryptophol
CAS No.	154-02-9
Molecular Formula	C10H13NO2
Molecular Weight	179.22 g/mol
Synonyms	5-HTOL; 3-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-5-hydroxyindole; 5-Hydroxyindole-3-ethanol; 5-Hydroxytryptophol; Serotonin alcohol metabolite; 5-Hydroxy-3-indoleethanol; 5-HI-3-ET
EINECS	205-819-5

Quality Control

Our 5-Hydroxytryptophol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a dry environment. For long-term storage, consider keeping the material under inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.