Description

ω-Hydroxy Norfentanyl is a key chemical intermediate and reference standard of significant importance in pharmaceutical research and forensic analysis. Its primary value lies in its structural relationship to fentanyl and its analogs, making it a critical compound for the development of analytical methods and the synthesis of novel pharmaceutical agents. This product is essential for researchers and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, forensic toxicology, and analytical chemistry sectors who require high-purity reference materials for method validation and synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for the calibration of analytical instruments and the validation of testing methods in drug development and quality control.
• Forensic Analysis: Serves as a critical analytical standard for the identification and quantification of fentanyl-related substances in forensic toxicology and law enforcement laboratories.
• Metabolite Studies: Employed in pharmacological and toxicological research to study the metabolism of fentanyl analogs and related synthetic opioids.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile synthetic intermediate or precursor in the research and development of new chemical entities and pharmaceutical candidates.
• Method Development: Utilized by analytical chemists to develop and optimize chromatographic (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods for complex mixture analysis.
• Regulatory Compliance Testing: Supports testing protocols to ensure compliance with international drug control and safety regulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	ω-Hydroxy Norfentanyl
CAS No.	83708-10-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₂N₂O₂
Molecular Weight	262.35 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Phenethyl-4-hydroxy-4-piperidinecarboxamide; 4-Hydroxy-4-(N-phenethylcarbamoyl)piperidine; 1-Phenethyl-4-hydroxy-4-carbamoylpiperidine; Norfentanyl hydroxy analog; ω-Hydroxy Norfentanyl; Fentanyl metabolite precursor; 4-Hydroxy-N-phenethylpiperidine-4-carboxamide
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Quality Control

Every batch of ω-Hydroxy Norfentanyl is manufactured and analyzed under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for high-purity reference materials and pharmaceutical intermediates. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your research and regulatory documentation needs.

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 compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to maintain stability and purity. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

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