Description

5-Hydroxytryptamine Maleate Salt is a high-purity, pharmaceutically relevant salt form of the essential neurotransmitter serotonin. This compound is critical for research and development in neuroscience, pharmacology, and drug discovery, serving as a key reference standard and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical manufacturers, biotechnology R&D laboratories, and academic research institutions for developing treatments related to neurological and psychiatric conditions.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the calibration, validation, and quality control of analytical methods (HPLC, LC-MS) in drug development and manufacturing.
• Neuroscience Research: Essential for in vitro and in vivo studies investigating serotonin receptor function, neurotransmitter release, and synaptic transmission.
• Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex therapeutic agents targeting the central nervous system.
• Biochemical Assay Development: Employed in the creation of diagnostic kits and assays for measuring serotonin levels in biological samples.
• Cell Culture & Pharmacology Studies: Used to study the effects of serotonin on cell signaling pathways, proliferation, and differentiation in various cell models.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hydroxytryptamine Maleate Salt
CAS No.	18525-25-2
Molecular Formula	C14H16N2O6
Molecular Weight	308.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Serotonin Maleate Salt; 5-HT Maleate; 3-(2-Aminoethyl)-1H-indol-5-ol Maleate; 5-Hydroxytryptamine Maleate; Enteramine Maleate; Thrombocytin Maleate; Thromboserotonin Maleate
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Quality Control

Our 5-Hydroxytryptamine Maleate Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and pharmaceutical applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting results for assay, impurities, and other critical parameters.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; ensure the container is sealed immediately after use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤0.5%; Total impurities ≤2.0%

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