N-Acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine (Melatonin)

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£306.00

SKU:: 258158
Molecular Weight:: 232.28
Purity:: ≥98% (HPLC)
Storage Conditions:: RT
Supplier:: United States Biological
CAS Number:: 73-31-4
Format:: White to off-white powder
Extra Details:: Melatonin is a hormone produced by the pineal gland. Melatonin is highly conserved and functions as a receptor-independent free radical scavenger and a broad-spectrum antioxidant. Melatonin is useful in preventing ischemia-reperfusion damage in the liver, brain, myocardium, gut and kidney. CAS No: 73-31-4 Synonyms: N-[2-(5-Methoxy-1H-indol-3-yl)ethyl]acetamide; 5-Methoxy-N-acetyltryptamine; Circadin; Melatol; Melatonine; Melovine; N-Acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine; N-[2-(5-Methoxyindol-3-yl)ethyl]acetamide; NSC 113928; NSC 56423; Regulin MDL No: MFCD00005655 Molecular Formula: C₁₃H₁₆N₂O₂ Molecular Weight: 232.28 Appearance: White to off-white powder Purity: ≥98% (HPLC) Melting Point: 117-120ºC Loss on Drying: ≤0.5% Storage and Stability: May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at RT. Stable for 6 months after receipt.