Description

Arecoline Methiodide is a quaternary ammonium salt derivative of arecoline, a natural alkaloid. This compound is a crucial pharmacological reference standard and a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic research institutions, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in neuroscience and medicinal chemistry.

Application

• Pharmacological Research: Acts as a reference standard and tool compound for studying muscarinic acetylcholine receptors.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Serves as a key synthetic intermediate or precursor for developing novel cholinergic agents and other pharmaceutical candidates.
• Neuroscience Studies: Used in vitro and in vivo to investigate the physiological and pathological roles of cholinergic signaling pathways.
• Analytical Standard: Employed as a high-purity calibrant in HPLC, LC-MS, and other analytical methods for quality control and method validation.
• Biochemical Assays: Utilized in enzyme inhibition studies and other high-throughput screening (HTS) platforms for drug discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	Arecoline Methiodide
CAS No.	4554-30-7
Molecular Formula	C9H14INO2
Molecular Weight	303.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Arecoline Methiodide; Arecoline Methyl Iodide; 1-Methyl-1,2,5,6-tetrahydro-1-methylnicotinic acid methyl ester methiodide; N-Methylarecolinium iodide; Arecoline hydroiodide methyl ester; Arecoline, methiodide; Arecolinium, N-methyl-, iodide
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Quality Control

Our Arecoline Methiodide is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container should be kept in a desiccated environment. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
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.