Description

α-Methylserotonin is a synthetic indolealkylamine derivative, structurally related to the key neurotransmitter serotonin. This compound matters as a valuable research chemical and biochemical tool for studying serotonergic systems and receptor pharmacology. It is primarily needed by researchers and developers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors for applications in neuroscience, drug discovery, and biochemical assay development.

Application

• Neuroscience Research: Used as a reference standard and pharmacological tool to investigate serotonin (5-HT) receptor subtypes, including 5-HT1 and 5-HT2 families.
• Drug Discovery & Development: Serves as a key intermediate or lead compound in the synthesis and screening of novel psychoactive pharmaceuticals targeting mood, cognition, and neurological disorders.
• Biochemical Assays: Employed in in vitro studies and competitive binding assays to characterize receptor affinity, selectivity, and signal transduction pathways.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Utilized in university and government laboratories for fundamental studies on neurotransmitter function, neurochemistry, and behavioral pharmacology.
• Reference Standard: Acts as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method validation in analytical chemistry laboratories using techniques like HPLC and LC-MS.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	α-Methylserotonin
CAS No.	22965-81-7
Molecular Formula	C11H14N2O
Molecular Weight	190.24 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hydroxy-α-methyltryptamine; 1H-Indol-5-ol, 3-(2-aminopropyl)-; 3-(2-Aminopropyl)-1H-indol-5-ol; 5-Hydroxy-α-MT; α-Methyl-5-hydroxytryptamine; α-Me-5-HT
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our α-Methylserotonin is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all test results against established specifications to ensure traceability and consistency for your research needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.