Description

Diethylammonium 5-Hydroxy-1H-Indole-3-Acetate is a high-purity organic salt derived from the conjugation of 5-hydroxyindole-3-acetic acid and diethylamine. This compound is a key intermediate and reference standard in advanced pharmaceutical research and development, particularly in the synthesis of novel bioactive molecules targeting neurological and endocrine pathways. It is essential for research institutions, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and fine chemical producers engaged in the development of serotonin-related analogs, neuroprotective agents, and other specialized active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for the synthesis of novel serotonin analogs and other indole-based therapeutic agents.
• Reference Standard: Used in analytical laboratories for method development, validation, and quality control (QC/QA) of related pharmaceutical compounds.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a precursor or tool compound in neuroscience and endocrinology research to study serotonin metabolism and receptor interactions.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for agrochemical and material science applications.
• Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) Development: Investigated for its potential direct pharmacological activity or as a prodrug candidate in early-stage drug discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethylammonium 5-Hydroxy-1H-Indole-3-Acetate
CAS No.	84332-94-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₀N₂O₃
Molecular Weight	264.32 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hydroxyindole-3-acetic acid diethylammonium salt; 5-HIAA diethylammonium salt; Diethylamine 5-hydroxyindol-3-ylacetate; 5-Hydroxy-1H-indole-3-acetic acid diethylamine salt; 84332-94-5; 5-HIAA DEA salt; 5-Hydroxytryptophan metabolite salt
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Quality Control

Our Diethylammonium 5-Hydroxy-1H-Indole-3-Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and stringent controls for residual solvents and related substances. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or cGMP guidelines.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0% w/w
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH Q3C guidelines

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