Description

Alchorneine is a natural alkaloid compound of significant interest in pharmaceutical and biochemical research. Its unique structural properties make it a valuable reference standard and a key intermediate for the development of novel therapeutic agents. This product is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in drug discovery and natural product chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of alkaloid content in research and quality control laboratories.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a key intermediate or inhibitor in studies exploring enzyme interactions and metabolic pathways.
• Natural Product Isolation & Synthesis: Acts as a benchmark compound for the extraction, purification, and total synthesis of related alkaloids.
• Pharmacological Screening: Employed in high-throughput screening assays to evaluate biological activity and therapeutic potential.
• Academic Research: Used in university and institutional labs for chemical education and advanced studies in organic chemistry and phytochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Alchorneine
CAS No.	28340-21-8
Molecular Formula	C14H18N2O2
Molecular Weight	246.31 g/mol
Synonyms	Alchornein; 1-Methyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-β-carboline-1-carboxylic acid; (1S,3S)-1-Methyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-β-carboline-1,3-dicarboxylic acid 1-methyl ester; Alchorneine alkaloid
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Quality Control

Our Alchorneine is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for demanding research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry guidelines to support our clients' compliance needs in pharmaceutical development and analytical research.

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 hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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