Description

5-Bromotryptamine Hydrochloride is a halogenated derivative of the essential biogenic amine tryptamine, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate and research chemical. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of complex indole alkaloids and novel pharmaceutical candidates, particularly in neuroscience and oncology research. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic research institutions, and fine chemical manufacturers focused on developing serotonin receptor modulators and other bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel tryptamine-based therapeutics and serotonin receptor ligands.
• Neuroscience Research: Used in studies investigating the structure-activity relationships (SAR) of serotonin (5-HT) receptor subtypes.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Serves as a scaffold for developing fluorescent or affinity tags to study protein-ligand interactions.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in the construction of complex indole-containing natural products and heterocyclic compounds.
• Reference Standard: Utilized as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-Bromotryptamine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	81868-12-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₂BrN₂·HCl
Molecular Weight	277.58 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-1H-indole-3-ethanamine hydrochloride; 2-(5-Bromo-1H-indol-3-yl)ethan-1-amine hydrochloride; 5-Bromo-3-(2-aminoethyl)indole hydrochloride; 5-Bromo-β-indolylethylamine hydrochloride; 5-Bromotryptamine HCl; 5-BT HCl; 5-Br-Tryptamine HCl
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Quality Control

Our 5-Bromotryptamine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after use to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
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.