Description

5-Hydroxytryptamine, also known as serotonin, is a vital monoamine neurotransmitter and hormone. This compound is fundamental to numerous physiological processes, making it a critical intermediate for advanced research and pharmaceutical development. It is essential for organizations in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science research sectors focused on neurochemistry, drug discovery, and metabolic studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of advanced therapeutics targeting neurological and psychiatric disorders.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard and reagent in studies of neurotransmission, receptor binding, and signal transduction pathways.
• Diagnostic Development: Employed in the development and calibration of assays for serotonin and related metabolites in clinical diagnostics.
• Neuroscience Studies: Critical for in vitro and in vivo research exploring mood regulation, sleep cycles, appetite, and cognitive function.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity certified reference material (CRM) for analytical method validation in quality control laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-Hydroxytryptamine
CAS No.	50-67-9
Molecular Formula	C10H12N2O
Molecular Weight	176.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Serotonin; 3-(2-Aminoethyl)-1H-indol-5-ol; 5-HT; Enteramine; Thrombocytin; 5-Hydroxy-3-(β-aminoethyl)indole; Thrombotonin
EINECS	200-058-9

Quality Control

Our 5-Hydroxytryptamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

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) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept sealed in a desiccated environment away from direct light exposure to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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