Description

Ergovaline Tartrate is a high-purity ergot alkaloid derivative, specifically the tartrate salt of ergovaline. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical and pharmaceutical research due to its potent biological activity as a vasoconstrictor and its role in studying receptor interactions. It serves as a critical reference standard and intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences sector. Key applications include use in analytical methods development, pharmacological studies, and as a precursor in specialized synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the calibration and validation of analytical methods (e.g., HPLC, LC-MS) in quality control laboratories.
• Biochemical Research: Acts as a potent ligand in receptor binding assays and pharmacological studies targeting serotonin and adrenergic receptors.
• Veterinary Toxicology: Employed as a marker compound in the analysis of feed and forage for ergot alkaloid contamination.
• Academic Research: Serves as a key intermediate or model compound in studies of ergot alkaloid biosynthesis, metabolism, and structure-activity relationships.
• Method Development: Critical for developing and optimizing separation and detection protocols for complex alkaloid mixtures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ergovaline Tartrate
CAS No.	3398-46-7
Molecular Formula	C₃₅H₄₁N₅O₇ • C₄H₆O₆
Molecular Weight	779.84 g/mol
Synonyms	Ergovaline hydrogen tartrate; 9,10-Didehydro-N-[2-hydroxy-1-(hydroxymethyl)ethyl]-6-methylergoline-8-carboxamide tartrate; D-Lysergic acid 1-hydroxy-2-butylamide-2'-tartrate; Ergovaline bitartrate; (5'α)-Ergoline-8-carboxamide, 9,10-didehydro-N-[2-hydroxy-1-(hydroxymethyl)ethyl]-6-methyl-, [R-(R*,R*)]-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioate (1:1)
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Quality Control

Our Ergovaline Tartrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification by spectroscopic methods, purity assay by HPLC, and control of related substances. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, ensuring compliance with research and development grade requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and purity. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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