Description

Acetylthiocholine Iodide is a high-purity biochemical reagent and a critical substrate for cholinesterase enzymes. Its primary value lies in its essential role as a standard substrate for the colorimetric and spectrophotometric determination of acetylcholinesterase (AChE) and butyrylcholinesterase (BuChE) activity. This compound is indispensable for researchers and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and clinical diagnostics sectors, where precise enzyme activity measurement is paramount for drug discovery, neurotoxicity studies, and diagnostic assay development.

Application

• Enzyme Assay Substrate: Primary substrate for the quantitative analysis of acetylcholinesterase (AChE) and butyrylcholinesterase (BuChE) activity in research and diagnostic kits.
• Neuropharmacology Research: Used in studies investigating the mechanisms of cholinergic neurotransmission, neurotoxicity, and the effects of potential therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Screening: Employed in bioassays to evaluate the efficacy and specificity of organophosphate and carbamate insecticides, which act as cholinesterase inhibitors.
• Clinical Diagnostics: A key component in laboratory tests for detecting exposure to nerve agents or pesticides and for diagnosing certain neurological conditions.
• Biochemical Reagent Manufacturing: Serves as a raw material for producing standardized test kits and reagents used in life science research and industrial quality control.
• Toxicology Studies: Utilized in environmental and occupational health monitoring to assess cholinesterase inhibition as a biomarker of exposure.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetylthiocholine Iodide
CAS No.	1866-15-5
Molecular Formula	C7H16INOS
Molecular Weight	289.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Acetylthioethyltrimethylammonium Iodide; (2-Acetylthioethyl)trimethylammonium Iodide; Acetylthiocholine Iodide Salt; ATCI; ASChI; Acetylthiocholine Iodide; Acetylthiocholine Iodide (ATCI); S-Acetylthiocholine Iodide
EINECS	217-473-3

Quality Control

Our Acetylthiocholine Iodide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive enzymatic assays. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your research and production needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air, moisture, or light may lead to degradation. Keep the container tightly sealed in a desiccated environment after each use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Solubility	Clear, colorless solution in water

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