Description

Agaritine is a naturally occurring hydrazine derivative found primarily in the genus Agaricus of mushrooms. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical research and analytical chemistry due to its unique structure and properties. It serves as a critical reference standard and intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and food safety sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the identification, assay, and purity testing of related pharmaceutical compounds and mushroom extracts.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a key reagent and intermediate in studies investigating hydrazine metabolism, toxicology, and natural product biosynthesis.
• Food Safety & Analysis: Employed as an analytical standard for the detection and quantification of agaritine in edible mushrooms and related food products.
• Nutraceutical Development: Used in the research and quality control of mushroom-based dietary supplements and functional ingredients.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a specialized building block for the synthesis of more complex hydrazine derivatives and fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Agaritine
CAS No.	2757-90-6
Molecular Formula	C12H17N3O5
Molecular Weight	283.28 g/mol
Synonyms	L-γ-Glutaminyl-4-hydroxybenzene diazonium hydroxide inner salt; β-N-(γ-L-Glutamyl)-4-hydroxymethylphenylhydrazine; N'-[4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenyl]hydrazide of L-glutamic acid; N-(γ-L-Glutamyl)-4-hydroxymethylphenylhydrazine; Agaritin; Glutamylhydroxymethylphenylhydrazine
EINECS	220-408-8

Quality Control

Our Agaritine is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the rigorous demands of research and industrial applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, 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). Due to its sensitivity, the product should be handled under an inert atmosphere to minimize oxidation and stored away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%

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