Description

5-Methyltryptamine Hydrochloride is a high-purity, synthetically derived tryptamine derivative of significant interest in advanced research and development. This compound serves as a crucial pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in neuroscience, medicinal chemistry, and process development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Neuroscience Research: Used as a reference standard and research chemical in studies related to serotonin receptor modulation and neuropharmacology.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Serves as a core scaffold for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and drug discovery programs.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in enzymatic studies and as a probe for investigating tryptamine metabolism pathways.
• Process Development: Used in scaling up and optimizing synthetic routes for the production of tryptamine-based compounds.
• Reference Standard: Provides a high-purity benchmark for analytical method development and quality control in manufacturing.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	5-Methyltryptamine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	1821-47-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₄N₂·HCl
Molecular Weight	210.70 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyltryptamine HCl; 5-MT HCl; 3-(2-Aminoethyl)-5-methylindole hydrochloride; 5-Methyl-1H-indole-3-ethanamine hydrochloride; 5-Methylindole-3-ethylamine hydrochloride; α-Methylserotonin precursor; 5-Methyltryptamine monohydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 5-Methyltryptamine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals. We provide a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or cGMP-grade requirements. Specifications can be tailored to meet specific project needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤0.5%; Total impurities ≤2.0%

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