Description

Norreticuline is a naturally occurring isoquinoline alkaloid of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This compound serves as a versatile and critical chiral building block for the development of complex bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents, particularly within the fields of neuroscience and medicinal chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor in the synthesis of complex alkaloids and other pharmacologically active compounds.
• Neuroscience Research: Used as a reference standard and starting material in studies related to neurotransmitter pathways and receptor binding.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Employed in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and the development of new drug candidates targeting the central nervous system.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a sophisticated building block for constructing complex molecular architectures with specific stereochemistry.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in enzymatic studies and as a probe to investigate biosynthetic pathways in plants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Norreticuline
CAS No.	13168-51-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₂₁NO₄
Molecular Weight	315.36 g/mol
Synonyms	Norreticuline; (S)-Norreticuline; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-7-hydroxy-1-[(4-hydroxyphenyl)methyl]-6-methoxy-2-methylisoquinoline; 1-[(4-Hydroxyphenyl)methyl]-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-7-hydroxy-6-methoxy-2-methylisoquinoline; Reticuline precursor
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Norreticuline is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for demanding research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for research chemicals, and custom purity grades are available to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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