Description

Acetyl-β-(Methylthio) Choline Iodide is a specialized cholinergic compound primarily utilized as a research chemical and a key intermediate in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a structural analog of acetylcholine, making it a critical tool for studying cholinergic systems and receptor interactions in biochemical and pharmacological research. This product is essential for pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic institutions, and fine chemical manufacturers focused on developing or studying neurological agents and other bioactive molecules.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a cholinergic agonist or antagonist analog in receptor binding studies and enzyme inhibition assays.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel compounds targeting neurological pathways.
• Neuroscience Studies: Employed in vitro and in vivo models to investigate the function of acetylcholine receptors and related signal transduction.
• Diagnostic Agent Development: Potential use in the development of radiopharmaceuticals or contrast agents for imaging cholinergic activity.
• Reference Standard: Acts as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control in related pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetyl-β-(Methylthio) Choline Iodide
CAS No.	1866-17-7
Molecular Formula	C8H18INO2S
Molecular Weight	303.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetyl-β-(methylthio)choline iodide; (2-Acetoxyethyl)dimethyl(methylthio)ammonium iodide; S-Methylthiocholine acetate iodide; Acetylthiocholine methyl iodide analog; 2-(Acetyloxy)-N,N,N-trimethylethanaminium iodide, methylthio-; NSC 32623; Acetyl-methylthiocholine iodide
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Quality Control

Our Acetyl-β-(Methylthio) Choline Iodide is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic identification (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming specifications for identity, purity, and impurities.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
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.