Description

Quinine Lactate is a pharmaceutical-grade salt of the naturally occurring alkaloid quinine, known for its distinct bitter taste and therapeutic properties. This compound is valued for its high purity and consistent quality, making it a critical intermediate in the synthesis of specialized pharmaceutical formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for research, development, and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A key starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of antimalarial and other therapeutic agents.
• Analytical Reference Standards: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for quality control and method validation in analytical laboratories.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in life science research to study its pharmacological effects and mechanisms of action.
• Bittering Agent: Serves as a denaturant or bitter flavoring agent in specific industrial applications, adhering to relevant safety regulations.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Utilized as a chiral building block or reagent in the synthesis of complex organic molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Quinine Lactate
CAS No.	749-49-5
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₂₄N₂O₂ • C₃H₆O₃
Molecular Weight	460.52 g/mol
Synonyms	Quinine 2-hydroxypropanoate; Quinine 2-hydroxypropionate; Quinine lactate salt; (8S,9R)-6'-Methoxycinchonan-9-ol lactate; Lactate de quinine; Chininlactat
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Quality Control

Our Quinine Lactate is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, identification, and impurity profiles.

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 standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤1.0%
Specific Rotation	-150° to -160° (c=1 in H₂O)
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.