Description

7-Methyltryptamine is a substituted tryptamine derivative, a key structural motif in medicinal chemistry and neuroscience research. This compound serves as a versatile chemical building block and pharmacological reference standard for the development and study of novel bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in neuroscience, drug discovery, and synthetic organic chemistry programs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of more complex tryptamine-based compounds with potential therapeutic applications.
• Neuroscience Research: Used as a reference standard or starting material in studies investigating serotonin receptor (5-HT) pharmacology and related neurological pathways.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Acts as a core scaffold for the design and development of new chemical entities targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in enzymatic studies and as a substrate analog in metabolic pathway investigations.
• Reference Standard: Provides a high-purity benchmark for analytical method development, validation, and quality control in research and development laboratories.
• Chemical Synthesis: Utilized in organic synthesis to introduce the 7-methyltryptamine moiety into larger, more complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Methyltryptamine
CAS No.	14490-05-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₄N₂
Molecular Weight	174.25 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Methyl-1H-indole-3-ethanamine; 2-(7-Methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)ethan-1-amine; 7-Methyltryptamine; 7-MT; 7-Methyl-3-(2-aminoethyl)indole; NSC 404087; 7-Methyl-β-indoleethylamine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Methyltryptamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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