Description

4-Hydroxy-3-Methoxymethcathinone is a synthetic cathinone derivative, a class of compounds with significant relevance in advanced chemical research and development. Its specific structural features make it a valuable intermediate or reference standard for analytical and pharmacological studies. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, and forensic analysis centers requiring high-purity, well-characterized chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a key intermediate or a reference compound in the synthesis and study of novel therapeutic agents.
• Forensic Science & Toxicology: Used as an analytical reference standard for the identification and quantification of novel psychoactive substances (NPS) in forensic casework.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Employed in universities and research institutes for studying structure-activity relationships (SAR) and metabolic pathways of synthetic cathinones.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a specialized building block for the preparation of more complex molecules in organic and medicinal chemistry.
• Regulatory Compliance & Quality Control: Provides a certified material for method development and validation in laboratories ensuring regulatory compliance.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-3-Methoxymethcathinone
CAS No.	916177-15-6
Molecular Formula	C11H15NO3
Molecular Weight	209.24 g/mol
Synonyms	4-HO-3-MeO-MC; 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxy-N-methylcathinone; 1-(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-2-(methylamino)propan-1-one; 3-MeO-4-HO-Methcathinone; 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxy methcathinone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-3-Methoxymethcathinone is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR for identity confirmation and purity assessment. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your research and compliance needs.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.