Description

Akuammine is a monoterpenoid indole alkaloid derived from the seeds of the *Picralima nitida* plant. This compound is of significant interest in pharmaceutical research due to its complex structure and potential biological activity. It serves as a key intermediate and reference standard for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors, particularly those focused on neuropharmacology and natural product chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Used as a high-purity reference standard and intermediate in the synthesis and study of novel therapeutic agents.
• Neuroscience Studies: Investigated for its potential interactions with opioid and other neuroreceptors in preclinical research.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Serves as a model compound for the study of indole alkaloid biosynthesis, extraction, and purification techniques.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a certified standard for method development and quality control in HPLC, LC-MS, and other analytical platforms.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for chemical education and advanced research projects in medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Akuammine
CAS No.	3512-87-6
Molecular Formula	C22H26N2O4
Molecular Weight	382.46 g/mol
Synonyms	Vincamajoridine; (19E)-Ibogamine-18-carboxylic acid, methyl ester; Strictamine; Akuammicine, dihydro-; Methyl (E)-2-[(2S,12bS)-3-ethyl-1,2,3,4,6,7,12,12b-octahydroindolo[2,3-a]quinolizin-2-yl]-3-methoxyacrylate
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Quality Control

Our Akuammine is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and MS, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, purity, and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 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 crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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