Description

Isocorydine is a bioactive isoquinoline alkaloid derived from specific plant sources, recognized for its distinct pharmacological profile. This compound is of significant interest for research and development within the life sciences sector due to its potential biological activities. It serves as a valuable reference standard and intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and fine chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Used as a high-purity reference standard and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate in drug discovery programs.
• Biochemical Studies: Employed in in vitro and in vivo studies to investigate its mechanisms of action and pharmacological effects.
• Natural Product Isolation & Analysis: Serves as a critical marker compound for the quality control and standardization of botanical extracts.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for chemical synthesis and pharmacological profiling.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a key chiral building block or precursor for the synthesis of more complex alkaloid derivatives.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Isocorydine
CAS No.	66968-08-9
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₂₃NO₄
Molecular Weight	341.40 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Isocorydine; L-Isocorydine; NSC 176323; (13aS)-2,3,9,10-Tetramethoxy-13-methyl-6,8,13,13a-tetrahydro-5H-isoquinolino[2,1-b]isoquinoline; Thalictrin; Corydine isomer
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Isocorydine is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support research and commercial applications with material traceability and documentation in compliance with cGMP guidelines where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 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 powder
Identification (HPLC/IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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