Description

Lycopsamine n-Oxide is a pyrrolizidine alkaloid derivative, a compound of significant interest in advanced chemical research and development. Its primary value lies in its role as a key intermediate and reference standard for the synthesis and analytical study of related alkaloids. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and life science sectors, particularly those focused on phytochemistry, toxicology, and the development of analytical methods.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of complex alkaloid-based compounds and as a building block for novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity certified reference material (CRM) for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of pyrrolizidine alkaloids in various matrices via HPLC, LC-MS, or GC-MS.
• Phytochemical Studies: Employed in botanical and natural product research to study the biosynthesis, metabolism, and distribution of alkaloids within plants.
• Toxicology and Safety Assessment: Acts as a standard for monitoring and quantifying pyrrolizidine alkaloid contaminants in food, herbal supplements, and animal feed to ensure consumer safety.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in studies investigating the biological activity, metabolic pathways, and potential pharmacological or toxicological effects of specific alkaloid structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lycopsamine n-Oxide
CAS No.	95462-15-0
Molecular Formula	C15H23NO6
Molecular Weight	313.35 g/mol
Synonyms	Lycopsamine N-oxide; Lycopsamine oxide; 7-(2-Methylbutyryl)lycopsamine N-oxide; 12,13-Didehydro-9,10-dihydro-8-hydroxy-7-(2-methyl-1-oxobutoxy)-8H-[1,6]dioxacycloundecino[2,3,4-gh]pyrrolizine-8-carboxylic acid methyl ester N-oxide; (1R,7aR)-1-[(2S)-2-Hydroxy-2-[(1S)-1-hydroxyethyl]-3-methylbutyl]-7-methoxy-5,6,7,7a-tetrahydro-3H-pyrrolizin-1-ium-7-carboxylate 5-oxide
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Quality Control

Our Lycopsamine n-Oxide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for research and development applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for reference materials, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep the container sealed to protect the product from moisture and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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