Description

(+/-)-Evodiamine CAS NO 518-18-3 is a significant indoloquinazoline alkaloid primarily isolated from the traditional Chinese medicinal herb *Evodia rutaecarpa*. This compound serves as a key reference standard and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) for research and development in pharmacology and natural product chemistry. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and academic sectors who require high-purity bioactive compounds for analytical studies and formulation development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of herbal extracts and finished products in quality control laboratories.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a critical tool for studying biological pathways, including its interactions with various cellular targets and receptors.
• Natural Product & Herbal Medicine R&D: Acts as a marker compound for the standardization and authentication of *Evodia rutaecarpa* extracts and related formulations.
• Pharmacological Studies: Employed in *in vitro* and *in vivo* research to investigate its potential bioactivities and therapeutic mechanisms.
• Dietary Supplement Development: Used in the formulation and quality assurance of advanced nutraceutical products.
• Academic & Teaching Applications: Provides a pure compound for educational purposes in university chemistry and pharmacology departments.

Basic Information

Product Name	(+/-)-Evodiamine
CAS No.	518-18-3
Molecular Formula	C19H17N3O
Molecular Weight	303.36 g/mol
Synonyms	Evodiamine; (±)-Evodiamine; dl-Evodiamine; 8,13,13b,14-Tetrahydro-14-methylindolo[2',3':3,4]pyrido[2,1-b]quinazolin-5(7H)-one; Rutecarpine isomer; Evodia alkaloid
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Quality Control

Our (+/-)-Evodiamine is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.2%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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