Description

Tetrahydropapaveroline is a benzylisoquinoline alkaloid of significant research interest. This compound serves as a key intermediate in the study of biosynthetic pathways for more complex alkaloids and has been investigated for its potential biological activities. It is primarily utilized by researchers and development teams in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and academic sectors for biochemical research and as a reference standard.

Application

• Biochemical Research Intermediate: A critical precursor in laboratory studies for the synthesis and investigation of more complex isoquinoline and benzylisoquinoline alkaloids.
• Neuroscience Research: Used in studies exploring the biochemical pathways related to neurotransmitter metabolism and potential neuropharmacological effects.
• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in pharmaceutical R&D laboratories.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: Employed in research to understand the endogenous formation and role of tetrahydroisoquinolines in biological systems.
• Enzymology Studies: Utilized as a substrate or reference compound in enzymatic assays related to alkaloid biosynthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrahydropapaveroline
CAS No.	4747-99-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₉NO₄
Molecular Weight	301.34 g/mol
Synonyms	THP; Norlaudanosoline; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1-[(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)methyl]-6,7-isoquinolinediol; 6,7-Dihydroxy-1-(3,4-dihydroxybenzyl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline; Tetrahydropapaveroline hydrochloride (salt form); Laudanosoline
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Quality Control

Our Tetrahydropapaveroline is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for sensitive research applications. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support compliance with relevant research and development standards, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific project 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); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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