Description

o-Methylisocorydine Iodomethylate is a high-purity, quaternary ammonium alkaloid derivative, specifically an iodomethylate salt. This compound is valued for its role as a critical reference standard and research chemical in advanced pharmaceutical development and phytochemical studies. It is primarily required by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic research institutions, and analytical service providers engaged in natural product chemistry and drug discovery.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of related alkaloids in drug development and quality control processes.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a key intermediate or active compound in pharmacological studies targeting specific biological pathways.
• Natural Product Isolation & Analysis: Employed as a benchmark in the isolation, purification, and structural elucidation of isoquinoline alkaloids from plant sources.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for university and CRO laboratories conducting studies on alkaloid chemistry, synthesis, and bioactivity.
• Analytical Method Development: Used to develop and validate chromatographic methods (HPLC, LC-MS) for complex natural product matrices.

Basic Information

Product Name	o-Methylisocorydine Iodomethylate
CAS No.	5489-15-6
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	O-Methylisocorydine Iodomethylate; Isocorydine methiodide; 8-O-Methylisocorydine methiodide; NSC 51046; 5,6,6a,7-Tetrahydro-1,11-dimethoxy-6-methyl-4H-dibenzo[de,g]quinolin-2-ium, iodide, (6aS)-; Iodomethylate of o-Methylisocorydine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our o-Methylisocorydine Iodomethylate is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation and purity assessment via advanced chromatographic techniques. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all quality parameters are available upon request to support your regulatory and research documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or inert atmosphere conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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