Description

Quinine CAS NO 511-98-8 is a naturally occurring alkaloid and a critical pharmaceutical active ingredient with a long history of therapeutic use. Its primary value lies in its potent antimalarial properties, making it a key compound in the global fight against malaria. This high-purity product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly for the formulation of antimalarial drugs and as a bitter flavoring agent in the food and beverage sector.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Active Ingredient: Primary use as an antimalarial agent in prescription medications.
• Bittering Agent: Used in the food and beverage industry to impart a characteristic bitter flavor, notably in tonic water and other soft drinks.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity standard in pharmaceutical quality control and research laboratories.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a chiral starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of more complex pharmaceutical compounds.
• Research & Development: Utilized in biochemical and pharmacological studies related to muscle function, fever, and parasitic diseases.

Basic Information

Product Name	Quinine
CAS No.	511-98-8
Molecular Formula	C20H24N2O2
Molecular Weight	324.42 g/mol
Synonyms	(–)-Quinine; Quinina; Chinin; 6'-Methoxycinchonan-9-ol; (8S,9R)-6'-Methoxycinchonan-9-ol; Quinine alkaloid; Cinchonan-9-ol, 6'-methoxy-, (8α,9R)-; NSC 177461
EINECS	208-146-2

Quality Control

Our Quinine is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure it meets the rigorous standards required for pharmaceutical and food-grade applications. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We can supply material compliant with various pharmacopeial monographs, including USP and EP, upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	-158° to -165° (c=2 in 0.1N HCl)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Sulfated Ash	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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