Description

Quinine Valerate CAS NO 549-66-6 is a specific salt form of the well-known alkaloid quinine, combining it with valeric acid. This compound is valued for its defined chemical properties and purity, making it a critical intermediate in specialized pharmaceutical synthesis and research. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and life science sectors for developing and producing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and reference standards.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of more complex quinine-based APIs and specialty drugs.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity standard in HPLC, LC-MS, and other analytical methods for quality control and research.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in pharmacological and biochemical studies to investigate the properties and mechanisms of quinine derivatives.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block in organic synthesis for creating novel compounds in academic and industrial settings.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Quinine Valerate
CAS No.	549-66-6
Molecular Formula	C₂₅H₃₂N₂O₄
Molecular Weight	424.54 g/mol
Synonyms	Quinine valerate; Quinine valerianate; Cinchonan-9-ol, 6'-methoxy-, (8α,9R)-, valerate (salt); Valeric acid, quinium salt; Quinium valerate; (8α,9R)-6'-Methoxycinchonan-9-ol valerate
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Quality Control

Our Quinine Valerate is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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