Description

Strychnine Sulfate Pentahydrate is a high-purity, crystalline salt form of the alkaloid strychnine, widely recognized for its specific biological activity. This compound is essential for research and development in life sciences, where precise and reliable chemical tools are paramount. It serves as a critical reference standard and reagent for pharmaceutical research, toxicology studies, and biochemical analysis, meeting the stringent demands of professional laboratories.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the calibration of analytical instruments and the validation of methods in drug development and quality control laboratories.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a potent and selective antagonist of glycine receptors in neurological and physiological studies.
• Toxicology and Forensic Analysis: Serves as a key analytical standard for the identification and quantification of strychnine in forensic investigations and toxicological screenings.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for studies related to neuropharmacology, ion channel function, and alkaloid chemistry.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a starting material or intermediate for the synthesis of more complex chemical derivatives for specialized research applications.
• Veterinary Research: Applied in controlled studies within veterinary science, particularly in historical or comparative pharmacological contexts.

Basic Information

Product Name	Strychnine Sulfate Pentahydrate
CAS No.	6101-43-5
Molecular Formula	C21H22N2O2 · H2SO4 · 5H2O
Molecular Weight	548.59 g/mol (Pentahydrate)
Synonyms	Strychnine Sulphate Pentahydrate; Strychnidin-10-one Sulfate Pentahydrate; Strychnine Hemisulfate Salt Pentahydrate; Strychnine Sulfate (1:1) Pentahydrate; Strychnine Sulfate 5-Hydrate; Strychnine Sulfate Hydrate; Strychnine Sulphate 5-Water
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Quality Control

Our Strychnine Sulfate Pentahydrate is manufactured and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting the results are provided to guarantee the product meets the specifications required for research and development purposes.

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). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White or almost white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (on anhydrous basis)
Water Content (KF)	14.0% - 17.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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