Description

Detomidine Hydrochloride is a potent, selective α-2 adrenoceptor agonist used primarily as a sedative and analgesic agent in veterinary medicine. Its high purity and consistent quality are critical for ensuring precise dosing and predictable pharmacological effects in target species. This compound is essential for manufacturers of veterinary pharmaceuticals, research institutions developing new sedative protocols, and suppliers to the animal health industry.

Application

• Veterinary Sedation & Anesthesia: Primary active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) in injectable solutions for sedation, analgesia, and pre-anesthetic medication in large animals such as horses, cattle, and deer.
• Chemical Immobilization: Used in wildlife management and zoo medicine for the safe capture and handling of exotic and non-domestic species.
• Veterinary Pharmaceutical Formulation: Serves as a key raw material for compounding pharmacies and manufacturers producing finished dosage forms.
• Research & Development: Utilized in preclinical and pharmacological studies to investigate α-2 adrenergic mechanisms and develop new therapeutic agents.
• Analytical Reference Standard: High-purity grade is used as a reference standard in quality control laboratories for HPLC, GC, or other analytical methods.

Basic Information

Product Name	Detomidine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	90038-01-0
Molecular Formula	C13H16N2•HCl
Molecular Weight	236.74 g/mol
Synonyms	Detomidine HCl; 4-(2,3-Dimethylbenzyl)-1H-imidazole Hydrochloride; Domosedan (trade name); MPV-295; Dexdomitor (related compound); α-2 Adrenergic Agonist; Veterinary Sedative
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Quality Control

Our Detomidine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with customer specifications.

Storage

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

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%
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.