Description

Sophoridine is a naturally occurring quinolizidine alkaloid derived from plants of the *Sophora* genus, recognized for its distinct chemical structure and significant biological activity. This compound serves as a crucial pharmaceutical intermediate and research chemical for developing novel therapeutic agents. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D, biotechnology, and academic research sectors investigating its pharmacological properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key starting material for the synthesis of more complex alkaloids and potential drug candidates.
• Biomedical Research: Used in pharmacological studies to explore its anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, and antiviral activities.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control in herbal extract and phytochemical manufacturing.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Employed in the isolation, identification, and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies of plant-derived compounds.
• Preclinical Development: Investigated for its potential in developing new therapeutic formulations targeting various disease pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sophoridine
CAS No.	6882-68-4
Molecular Formula	C15H24N2O
Molecular Weight	248.37 g/mol
Synonyms	(+)-Sophoridine; Sophoridine, (8α,14α)-; Matridin-15-one; NSC 177386; 13,14-Didehydromatridin-15-one; Sophocarpidine N-oxide (reduced form); 5β,7β,7αβ,8αβ,9α,13α-Matridine-15-one
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Quality Control

Our Sophoridine 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 assay and related substance profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity levels are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

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%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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