Description

N,6-Diacetylnormorphine is a semi-synthetic opioid derivative and a key intermediate in specialized pharmaceutical research and development. This compound is of significant interest for its role in the synthesis and study of advanced analgesic agents and related chemical entities. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical development laboratories, and fine chemical manufacturers focused on neuropharmacology and controlled substance chemistry. Our supply ensures high purity and consistency, which is critical for precise experimental and developmental outcomes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the research-scale synthesis of novel opioid analgesics and their derivatives.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for forensic, toxicological, and pharmaceutical quality control laboratories.
• Biochemical Research: Used in in vitro studies to investigate opioid receptor binding, metabolism, and signal transduction pathways.
• Metabolite Studies: Employed in the study of the metabolic pathways and pharmacokinetics of related opioid compounds.
• Process Chemistry Development: Acts as a key intermediate for optimizing synthetic routes and scaling up production of specialized active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Basic Information

Product Name	N,6-Diacetylnormorphine
CAS No.	58772-72-8
Molecular Formula	C21H23NO5
Molecular Weight	369.41 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Acetylnormorphine diacetate; Diacetylnormorphine; 3,6-Diacetylnormorphine; Normorphine diacetate; 6-Monoacetylmorphine diacetate (common name); Heroin impurity standard; O3,O6-Diacetylnormorphine
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Quality Control

Our N,6-Diacetylnormorphine is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure the highest standards of purity and identity. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity determination, and spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR) for structural confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes to support your research and compliance 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). The material is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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