Description

Methaqualone-1-Oxide is a significant chemical intermediate and reference standard in the field of pharmaceutical research and development. This compound is crucial for analytical and synthetic chemistry applications, particularly in the study of metabolite pathways and the development of quality control methods. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and analytical laboratories requiring high-purity chemical standards for their critical work.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for the identification, purity assessment, and quantification of related substances in pharmaceutical quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) laboratories.
• Metabolite Research: Serves as a key intermediate or metabolite analog in pharmacological and toxicological studies, aiding in the understanding of drug metabolism and degradation pathways.
• Analytical Method Development: Employed as a standard for calibrating and validating analytical instruments and methods, such as High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography (GC), and Mass Spectrometry (MS).
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a specialized building block or precursor in the synthesis of more complex molecules for medicinal chemistry and research purposes.
• Forensic Analysis: Used in forensic laboratories as a standard for the detection and confirmation of specific compounds in compliance and regulatory testing.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Methaqualone-1-Oxide
CAS No.	2385-41-3
Molecular Formula	C16H14N2O2
Molecular Weight	266.30 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-3-(2-methylphenyl)-4(3H)-quinazolinone 1-oxide; Methaqualone N-Oxide; 2-Methyl-3-o-tolyl-4(3H)-quinazolinone 1-oxide; 3-(2-Methylphenyl)-2-methyl-4(3H)-quinazolinone 1-oxide; Quinazolinone N-oxide derivative; Mecloqualone metabolite analog
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Quality Control

Our Methaqualone-1-Oxide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, assay, and impurity profiling, to meet the stringent requirements of research and analytical applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider conditions recommended for light-sensitive compounds.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.