Description

Echiumine is a pyrrolizidine alkaloid of significant interest in pharmaceutical and biochemical research. This compound serves as a crucial reference standard and intermediate for the development of analytical methods and pharmacological studies. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and manufacturers of high-purity biochemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical reference standard for quality control and method validation.
• Key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex alkaloid derivatives for medicinal chemistry research.
• Biochemical research tool for studying pyrrolizidine alkaloid biosynthesis and metabolism.
• Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) development for targeted therapeutic applications.
• Analytical standard for the identification and quantification of related alkaloids in plant extracts and finished products.
• Raw material for the preparation of certified reference materials (CRMs).

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Echiumine
CAS No.	633-16-9
Molecular Formula	C15H25NO5
Molecular Weight	299.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Echimidine N-oxide; (1R,2R,7aR)-1,2-Dihydroxy-1-(2-methylbutyryloxy)-7-(3-methyl-2,5-dioxotetrahydro-1H-pyrrol-1-yl)-7a-hydroxy-6,7,8,9-tetrahydro-5H-pyrrolizine; 1,2-Dihydroxy-1-(2-methylbutyryloxy)-7-(3-methyl-2,5-dioxotetrahydro-1H-pyrrol-1-yl)-7a-hydroxy-6,7,8,9-tetrahydro-5H-pyrrolizine; Heliotrine N-oxide (isomer); Pyrrolizidine alkaloid from *Echium* species
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Quality Control

Our Echiumine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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