Description

Bufotenine Methiodide is a quaternary ammonium salt derivative of the naturally occurring tryptamine alkaloid bufotenine. This compound is of significant interest in advanced pharmacological and neuroscience research as a reference standard and a key intermediate for studying receptor interactions. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, and chemical manufacturers focused on neurochemical studies and the development of novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmacological Research: Used as a reference standard and chemical probe in studies of serotonin (5-HT) receptor subtypes and their signaling pathways.
• Neuroscience Studies: Serves as a crucial intermediate for investigating the structure-activity relationships (SAR) of tryptamine-based compounds.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a high-purity certified reference material (CRM) for method development and calibration in HPLC, LC-MS, and GC-MS analyses.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Acts as a building block or precursor in the synthesis of novel compounds for potential central nervous system (CNS) drug discovery programs.
• Biochemical Assays: Utilized in in vitro assays to study neurotransmitter uptake, release, and receptor binding kinetics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bufotenine Methiodide
CAS No.	5787-02-0
Molecular Formula	C17H25IN2O
Molecular Weight	400.30 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyltryptammonium iodide; 3-(2-Dimethylaminoethyl)-5-hydroxyindole methiodide; 5-HTQ; Bufotenidine; Bufoteninium methiodide; 5-Hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-1H-indole-3-ethanaminium iodide; O-Methylbufoteninium iodide
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Quality Control

Our Bufotenine Methiodide is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with research-grade specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.