Description

Dopaminechrome is an intermediate quinone compound formed during the oxidative metabolism of the neurotransmitter dopamine. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical and neurological research for its role in the study of oxidative stress, neurotoxicity, and potential pathways in neurodegenerative conditions. It serves as a critical reagent for researchers and developers in the pharmaceutical and life science sectors investigating catecholamine metabolism, neuromelanin formation, and related biochemical mechanisms.

Application

• Biochemical Research: A key intermediate for studying the oxidative pathways of dopamine and catecholamines in vitro.
• Neurotoxicity Studies: Used to model and investigate oxidative stress mechanisms and their potential link to neuronal cell damage.
• Neuromelanin Synthesis Research: Acts as a precursor compound in studies focused on the formation and role of neuromelanin in the human brain.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Employed in the research and development of potential neuroprotective agents or compounds targeting oxidative pathways.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity standard for analytical methods, including HPLC and LC-MS, in metabolic and pharmacokinetic studies.
• Enzymology Studies: Used as a substrate or product in assays investigating the activity of enzymes like tyrosinase or other oxidases.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dopaminechrome
CAS No.	67992-45-4
Molecular Formula	C8H7NO3
Molecular Weight	165.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dihydro-1H-indole-5,6-dione; Dopamine quinone; Dopaminochrome; Aminochrome; 5,6-Dihydroxyindoline-5,6-dione; 3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl ethylaminechrome
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Quality Control

Our Dopaminechrome is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for sensitive research applications. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for research chemicals, and specifications can be provided to meet the rigorous demands of analytical and biochemical research.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) to minimize oxidation and degradation. The container should be kept in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to brown powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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