Description

5-Hydroxytryptamine Oxalate Salt is the oxalate salt form of the essential biogenic amine serotonin, a critical neurotransmitter and signaling molecule. This high-purity reference standard is vital for ensuring accurate analytical results in research and quality control laboratories. It is primarily used by pharmaceutical researchers, biochemical manufacturers, and analytical chemists in the development and testing of neurochemical products and diagnostic assays.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a primary standard for the quantitative analysis of serotonin and related compounds in drug substances and finished products via HPLC, LC-MS, or ELISA.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a key reagent in neuroscience and cell biology studies investigating serotonin receptor function, neurotransmitter uptake, and intracellular signaling pathways.
• Diagnostic Kit Manufacturing: Employed in the calibration and validation of commercial diagnostic kits designed to measure serotonin levels in clinical or research samples.
• Quality Control (QC) Testing: Essential for in-house QC laboratories to verify the identity and purity of serotonin-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and raw materials.
• Metabolite Analysis: Acts as a calibration standard in metabolomics and pharmacokinetic studies to track serotonin and its metabolites.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	5-Hydroxytryptamine Oxalate Salt
CAS No.	3036-16-6
Molecular Formula	C12H16N2O6 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	Anhydrous: 308.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Serotonin Oxalate Salt; 5-HT Oxalate; 3-(2-Aminoethyl)-1H-indol-5-ol Oxalate; 5-Hydroxytryptamine Oxalate; Enteramine Oxalate; Thrombocytin Oxalate
EINECS	221-230-2

Quality Control

Our 5-Hydroxytryptamine Oxalate Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for use as a reference material. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity (typically ≥98% by HPLC), and specific tests is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤2.0%

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