Description

β-Meprodine Hydrochloride is a synthetic organic compound belonging to the meperidine (pethidine) analog class. This high-purity chemical intermediate is critical for pharmaceutical research and development, particularly in the study of analgesic pathways and receptor interactions. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, and fine chemical manufacturers requiring precise and reliable building blocks for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor or reference standard in the development and study of novel analgesic compounds.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Used in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to understand the pharmacophore of opioid receptor ligands.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Employed in qualitative and quantitative analysis (e.g., HPLC, GC-MS) for method development and validation in forensic and regulatory laboratories.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in in vitro assays to investigate the binding affinity and functional activity at mu-opioid receptors.
• Process Chemistry Development: Acts as a model compound for optimizing synthetic routes and scaling up production of related chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-Meprodine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	57401-82-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₃NO₂·HCl
Molecular Weight	297.82 g/mol
Synonyms	β-Meprodine HCl; 1-Methyl-4-(3-methoxyphenyl)-4-piperidinol propionate hydrochloride; 3-Methoxy-1-methyl-4-phenyl-4-propionoxypiperidine hydrochloride; NSC 112682; β-4-Propionoxy-3-methoxy-1-methyl-4-phenylpiperidine hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our β-Meprodine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity determination, identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, and residual solvent analysis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your 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 minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
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.