Description

4-Methylhistamine is a selective histamine H2 receptor agonist, a key research compound for investigating gastric acid secretion and related physiological pathways. Its high specificity makes it an invaluable tool for pharmacological studies and drug discovery programs targeting the H2 receptor. This compound is primarily utilized by researchers and developers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and academic sectors for biochemical research and as a reference standard.

Application

• Pharmacological Research: A selective agonist used to study the function and modulation of histamine H2 receptors in vitro and in vivo.
• Drug Discovery & Development: Serves as a critical reference standard and lead compound in the development of new H2 receptor-targeting therapeutics.
• Biochemical Assays: Employed in receptor binding studies, functional cellular assays, and signal transduction pathway analysis.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Used in universities and research institutes for fundamental studies in gastroenterology, immunology, and neuropharmacology.
• Diagnostic Development: Potential use in the development of diagnostic tools for conditions related to gastric acid dysregulation.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methylhistamine
CAS No.	36507-31-0
Molecular Formula	C7H11N3
Molecular Weight	137.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylhistamine; 2-(4-Methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)ethanamine; 5-(2-Aminoethyl)-4-methylimidazole; 4-Methyl-5-(2-aminoethyl)imidazole; 4-Methylhistamine dihydrochloride (salt form); H2 receptor agonist; SKF 91488
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Quality Control

Our 4-Methylhistamine is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research specifications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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