Description

α-Methyl-5-Hydroxytryptamine Maleate Salt, (±)-3-(2-Aminopropyl)Indol-5-Ol Maleate Salt is a high-purity chemical compound primarily used as a key intermediate or reference standard in advanced research and development. This compound is significant for its role in the study of serotonergic systems and related neurological pathways. It is essential for pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic research institutions, and fine chemical manufacturers focused on neuropharmacology and medicinal chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a critical intermediate or reference standard in the synthesis and study of novel therapeutic agents targeting serotonin receptors.
• Neuroscience & Neuropharmacology: Used as a research chemical in preclinical studies to investigate the function and modulation of 5-HT (serotonin) receptor subtypes.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Acts as a building block for the design and optimization of new chemical entities with potential psychoactive or neurological activity.
• Biochemical Assay Development: Employed as a standard or ligand in the development and validation of high-throughput screening (HTS) assays and binding studies.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for fundamental studies on neurotransmitter systems and signal transduction.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Functions as a specialized intermediate for the custom synthesis of more complex, target-specific molecules for clients in the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-Methyl-5-Hydroxytryptamine Maleate Salt, (±)-3-(2-Aminopropyl)Indol-5-Ol Maleate Salt
CAS No.	97469-12-0
Molecular Formula	C15H20N2O5
Molecular Weight	308.33 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hydroxy-α-methyltryptamine maleate; α-Methylserotonin maleate; (±)-α-Methyl-5-hydroxytryptamine maleate; 5-HTQ maleate; 3-(2-Aminopropyl)-1H-indol-5-ol maleate; 5-Hydroxy-α-MT maleate; AMHT maleate
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Quality Control

Our α-Methyl-5-Hydroxytryptamine Maleate Salt is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our clients in regulated research environments.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤0.5%; Total impurities ≤2.0%

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