Description

Melitracen Hydrochloride is a tricyclic antidepressant compound of significant pharmaceutical importance. It matters as a key active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) for the formulation of medications used to treat depressive disorders and related conditions. This product is primarily needed by pharmaceutical manufacturers and research institutions engaged in the development and production of psychotropic drugs.

Application

• Primary Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) in antidepressant medications.
• Research and development of novel psychotropic drug formulations.
• Reference standard for analytical and quality control laboratories.
• Pharmacological studies investigating mechanisms of action for tricyclic compounds.
• Manufacturing of finished dosage forms such as tablets and capsules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Melitracen Hydrochloride
CAS No.	10563-70-9
Molecular Formula	C₂₁H₂₅N•HCl
Molecular Weight	327.89 g/mol
Synonyms	Melitracen HCl; 10,10-Dimethyl-9-(10-methyl-10H-10,4a-(iminoethano)phenanthren-9-ylidene)-9,10-dihydroanthracene Hydrochloride; 10-(10,11-Dihydro-5H-dibenzo[a,d]cyclohepten-5-ylidene)-N,N-dimethyl-10H-anthracen-10-amine Hydrochloride; Deanxit (combination product); Dixeran; Melixeran; N-Methyl-9,10-ethanoanthracen-9(10H)-methylamine Hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our Melitracen Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after use to prevent degradation from atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	98.0% - 102.0% (on dried basis)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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