Description

Nor Reticuline CAS NO 4781-58-2 is a key benzylisoquinoline alkaloid of significant interest in advanced pharmaceutical research and development. This compound serves as a critical biosynthetic precursor and reference standard for the study of complex alkaloid pathways. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors who require high-purity intermediates for drug discovery, metabolic studies, and analytical method development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the research and synthesis of more complex bioactive alkaloids and potential therapeutic agents.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and substrate in enzymatic studies to investigate biosynthetic pathways in plants.
• Analytical Standard: Serves as a high-purity certified reference material (CRM) for quality control and method validation in HPLC, LC-MS, and other analytical techniques.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Fundamental building block for the study, isolation, and characterization of related isoquinoline alkaloids from natural sources.
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional labs for pharmacological and phytochemical research projects.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Nor Reticuline
CAS No.	4781-58-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₂₁NO₄
Molecular Weight	315.36 g/mol
Synonyms	Norreticuline; (S)-Norreticuline; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1-[(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)methyl]-6-methoxy-2-methyl-7-isoquinolinol; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1-[(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)methyl]-6-methoxy-2-methylisoquinolin-7-ol; Reticuline precursor; Norlaudanosoline 1,2-dimethyl ether
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Quality Control

Our Nor Reticuline is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity determination and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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