Description

Decamethonium Iodide is a bis-quaternary ammonium compound belonging to the class of neuromuscular blocking agents. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical and pharmacological research due to its action as a depolarizing neuromuscular blocker. It serves as a critical reference standard and intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors, particularly those developing or studying neuromuscular drugs and their mechanisms.

Application

• Pharmacological Research: Used as a reference standard in studies investigating neuromuscular transmission and the mechanism of action of depolarizing blocking agents.
• Biochemical Studies: Employed in receptor binding assays and other in vitro experiments to understand interactions at the neuromuscular junction.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a key synthetic intermediate or precursor in the development of specialized neuromuscular drugs and related compounds.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity certified reference material (CRM) for quality control and method validation in analytical laboratories.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for teaching and advanced research in medicinal chemistry and neuropharmacology.

Basic Information

Product Name	Decamethonium Iodide
CAS No.	1420-40-2
Molecular Formula	C16H38I2N2
Molecular Weight	512.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Decamethonium Diiodide; 1,10-Decanediaminium, N,N,N',N',N',N'-hexamethyl-, diiodide; Syncurine; Decamethylene-1,10-bis(trimethylammonium iodide); C10; Decamethylenebis(trimethylammonium iodide); Bis(trimethylammonium)decane diiodide; Decamethonium Iodide Salt
EINECS	215-816-9

Quality Control

Our Decamethonium Iodide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming specifications for identity, purity, and related substances.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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