Description

1-Methoxy-3-Indolylmethylglucosinolate is a specialized glucosinolate derivative, a class of sulfur-containing secondary metabolites found primarily in plants of the Brassicaceae family. This compound is of significant interest for its role as a precursor to biologically active breakdown products, which are studied for their potential physiological effects. It serves as a critical reference standard and research chemical for scientists in the fields of phytochemistry, nutraceuticals, and agricultural bioscience, enabling precise analytical work and bioactivity studies.

Application

• Phytochemical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard for the identification and quantification of glucosinolates in plant extracts and food products via HPLC and LC-MS.
• Nutraceutical & Functional Food Research: Investigated for its role as a precursor to potential health-promoting hydrolysis products, supporting research into dietary bioactives.
• Plant Biochemistry Studies: Essential for research on glucosinolate biosynthesis, metabolism, and their ecological roles in plant defense mechanisms.
• Agricultural Science: Used in studies to understand the relationship between plant cultivar, growing conditions, and glucosinolate profile for crop quality improvement.
• Biosynthesis Pathway Analysis: A key compound for enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway mapping in genetically modified organisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methoxy-3-Indolylmethylglucosinolate
CAS No.	5187-84-8
Molecular Formula	C17H22N2O10S2
Molecular Weight	478.50 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methoxyindol-3-ylmethylglucosinolate; Glucobrassicin 1-Methoxy Derivative; 1-Methoxyglucobrassicin; 3-(1-Methoxyindolyl)methylglucosinolate; 1-MeO-GIM; 1-Methoxy-3-indolylmethyl mustard oil glucoside; Neoglucobrassicin (common name for related compounds, often used in literature); 1-Methoxyindole-3-methylglucosinolate
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Quality Control

Our 1-Methoxy-3-Indolylmethylglucosinolate is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for research applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and MS to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting your compliance and documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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