Description

Trp-p-2 CAS NO 62450-07-1 is a heterocyclic aromatic amine compound of significant interest in biochemical and toxicological research. This specialized chemical is valued for its role as a reference standard and a model compound in studies investigating mutagenic and carcinogenic processes. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, analytical laboratories, and pharmaceutical development teams. The compound's defined structure makes it essential for method validation, quality control of related materials, and fundamental scientific investigations.

Application

• Biochemical Research Standard: Serves as a critical reference material in studies of heterocyclic aromatic amines (HAAs) and their biological effects.
• Toxicology & Mutagenicity Studies: Used as a model compound to investigate metabolic activation, DNA adduct formation, and carcinogenic mechanisms.
• Analytical Method Development: Employed as a calibration standard in High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS), and other analytical techniques for the detection and quantification of similar amines.
• Food Safety Research: Applied in research analyzing pyrolysis products in cooked foods and assessing potential dietary exposure to mutagenic compounds.
• Pharmaceutical Impurity Profiling: Can be used in impurity identification and method validation for APIs or formulations where related structures are of concern.
• Environmental Analysis: Acts as a standard in monitoring programs for complex environmental matrices where such aromatic amines may be present.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Trp-p-2
CAS No.	62450-07-1
Molecular Formula	C15H13N3
Molecular Weight	235.28 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Amino-1-methyl-5H-pyrido[4,3-b]indole; Tryptophan-P-2; Trp-P-2; 1-Methyl-3-amino-5H-pyrido[4,3-b]indole; 5H-Pyrido[4,3-b]indol-3-amine, 1-methyl-; 1-Methyl-3-amino-γ-carboline; 3-Amino-1-methyl-γ-carboline; 1-Methyl-3-amino-5H-pyrido[4,3-b]indole acetate (salt)
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Quality Control

Our Trp-p-2 is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity assessment by chromatographic techniques. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research requirements.

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). For long-term storage, consider storing desiccated at -20°C. Keep the container sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light brown powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Research Grade)
Water Content	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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