Description

Mitragynine is a principal indole alkaloid found in the leaves of the *Mitragyna speciosa* (kratom) plant. This compound is of significant interest for its unique pharmacological profile and serves as a key reference standard in research and analytical chemistry. It is primarily utilized by professionals in the pharmaceutical, forensic, and academic research sectors for method development, quality control, and investigative studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a primary standard for the identification, assay, and purity testing of related products in quality control laboratories.
• Forensic Analysis: Employed as a certified reference material (CRM) for the accurate detection and quantification of mitragynine in forensic and toxicology samples.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a critical reagent in pharmacological and metabolic studies to investigate receptor interactions and biological pathways.
• Method Development & Validation: Essential for developing and validating analytical methods such as HPLC, LC-MS, and GC-MS in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
• Academic Studies: Used in university and institutional research for chemical, botanical, and pharmacological education and experimentation.
• Natural Product Isolation & Synthesis: Acts as a benchmark compound in the extraction, purification, and synthetic chemistry of plant-derived alkaloids.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mitragynine
CAS No.	6202-22-8
Molecular Formula	C₂₃H₃₀N₂O₄
Molecular Weight	398.50 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Methoxycorynantheidine; Mitragynin; MG; (E)-Mitragynine; 3S,12S,13S,14S,20S-12-Methoxy-4,13-didehydro-13,14-secocorynan-16-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Kratom alkaloid
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Quality Control

Our Mitragynine is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity determination by chromatography, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and analytical applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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 product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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