Description

Arecolone Methiodide is a high-purity, specialized chemical compound of significant interest in advanced research and development. This quaternary ammonium salt derivative is valued for its specific pharmacological activity and serves as a critical reference standard and building block in medicinal chemistry. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic research institutions, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in the development of novel therapeutic agents and biochemical probes.

Application

• Pharmacological Research: Used as a reference standard and active compound in studies investigating nicotinic acetylcholine receptor (nAChR) interactions and related neurological pathways.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Serves as a key synthetic intermediate or precursor in the development of new pharmaceutical candidates targeting the central nervous system.
• Biochemical Assays: Employed in in vitro screening assays to study receptor binding affinity, selectivity, and functional activity.
• Academic Studies: Utilized in university and institutional research for fundamental studies in neurochemistry and molecular pharmacology.
• Analytical Standard: Acts as a certified reference material (CRM) for quality control and method validation in analytical laboratories using techniques like HPLC and LC-MS.

Basic Information

Product Name	Arecolone Methiodide
CAS No.	87453-64-3
Molecular Formula	C9H16INO2
Molecular Weight	297.14 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-3,4,5,6-tetrahydro-1H-pyrido[3,4-b]indol-2-ium iodide; Arecolone methiodide; N-Methylarecolone iodide; Arecaidine methiodide ester; 1,2,5,6-Tetrahydro-1-methyl-3-pyridinecarbonitrile methiodide; Arecolone methyl iodide salt
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Quality Control

Our Arecolone Methiodide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including identification (IR, NMR), assay (HPLC), and impurity profiling. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.