Description

2-Methylserotonin Maleate Salt is a high-purity, chemically defined derivative of serotonin, a key neurotransmitter. This compound is of significant value in neuroscience and pharmacological research as a selective serotonin receptor agonist and a crucial reference standard. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and analytical laboratories engaged in neurochemical studies, drug discovery, and the development of diagnostic assays. The product is supplied with full analytical documentation to ensure research integrity and reproducibility.

Application

• Neuroscience Research: Used as a potent and selective agonist for studying serotonin (5-HT) receptor subtypes, their signaling pathways, and physiological roles in the central nervous system.
• Pharmacological Screening: Serves as a critical reference compound and positive control in high-throughput screening (HTS) assays for identifying novel serotoninergic drugs.
• Biochemical Assay Development: Employed in the development and validation of in vitro diagnostic and research assays targeting serotonin-related pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Acts as a certified reference material (CRM) for quality control, method validation, and regulatory submissions in drug development pipelines.
• Metabolic Studies: Utilized in research investigating the metabolism, pharmacokinetics, and structure-activity relationships (SAR) of serotonin analogs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylserotonin Maleate Salt
CAS No.	78263-91-9
Molecular Formula	C15H20N2O6
Molecular Weight	324.33 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-5-hydroxytryptamine maleate; 1H-Indol-5-ol, 3-(2-aminopropyl)-2-methyl-, (2Z)-2-butenedioate (1:1); 2-Me-5-HT maleate; α-Methyl-5-hydroxytryptamine maleate salt; 2-Methylserotonin hydrogen maleate; 5-HTQ maleate; 2-Methyl-5-HT maleate salt
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methylserotonin Maleate Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with research-grade specifications. Our quality commitment supports the stringent requirements of GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) and cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) environments where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.