Description

Nitidine is a bioactive benzophenanthridine alkaloid derived from specific plant sources, recognized for its significant role in biochemical research and development. This compound is valued for its potential as a key intermediate and reference standard in the study of natural product chemistry and pharmacology. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and manufacturers of high-purity fine chemicals for applications in drug discovery and analytical method development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a crucial reference standard and lead compound in the investigation of new therapeutic agents.
• Biochemical Studies: Used as a tool compound to study specific biological pathways and enzyme interactions in vitro.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Acts as a high-purity analytical standard for the identification and quantification of alkaloids in plant extracts and herbal formulations.
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional labs for pharmacological and phytochemical research projects.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Utilized as a sophisticated building block or intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules.
• Quality Control Laboratories: Functions as a certified reference material (CRM) to ensure the accuracy and reliability of analytical methods in QC/QA protocols.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nitidine
CAS No.	6872-57-7
Molecular Formula	C21H18NO4+
Molecular Weight	348.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Nitidine Chloride (common salt form); 8,9-Dimethoxy-5-methyl-2,3-methylenedioxy[1]benzopyrano[3,4-b]phenanthridinium; 5,6-Dihydro-2,3-dimethoxy-8,9-methylenedioxybenz[c]phenanthridinium; NSC 146397; Fagaridine; Zanthoxylium nitidum alkaloid
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Quality Control

Our Nitidine is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support its use in research and development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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