Description

Dl-Methylephedrine Hydrochloride is a synthetic sympathomimetic amine and a key pharmaceutical intermediate. This compound is valued for its role in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and for research into adrenergic receptor activity. It is primarily required by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors for developing therapeutic agents and conducting pharmacological studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of bronchodilators and decongestant APIs.
• Research & Development: Used in pharmacological studies to investigate adrenergic mechanisms and structure-activity relationships.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method validation in laboratories.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of more complex chiral molecules and specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dl-Methylephedrine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	30891-72-6
Molecular Formula	C11H17NO·HCl
Molecular Weight	215.72 g/mol
Synonyms	DL-Methylephedrine HCl; (±)-Methylephedrine Hydrochloride; Racemic Methylephedrine Hydrochloride; 2-Dimethylamino-1-phenyl-1-propanol Hydrochloride; N-Methylephedrine Hydrochloride; Ephetonin (historical); Contact for details on additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our Dl-Methylephedrine Hydrochloride is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical R&D and intermediate use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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