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H9523
Sigma
Serotonin hydrochloride
powder
| Synonym: | 3-(2-Aminoethyl)-5-hydroxyindole hydrochloride, 5-HT, 5-Hydroxytryptamine hydrochloride |
| CAS Number: | 153-98-0 |
| Linear Formula: | C10H12N2O · HCl |
| Molecular Weight: | 212.68 |
| Beilstein Registry Number: | 3570963 |
| MDL number: | MFCD00012686 |
| PubChem Substance ID: | 24278124 |
Description
| Frequently Asked Questions | Live Chat and Frequently Asked Questions |
| Biochem/physiol Actions | Neurotransmitter. |
| Preparation Note | Solutions should be freshly prepared. |
Properties
| assay | ≥98% |
| form | powder |
| color | white to off-white |
| mp | 149-154 °C(lit.) |
| solubility | H2O: 17 mg/mL |
| 0.1 M HCl: 22 mg/mL | |
| ethanol: 5.3 mg/mL | |
| Gene Information | human ... HTR3A(3359) |
| storage temp. | 2-8°C |
Safety
| Personal Protective Equipment | dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves |
| Hazard Codes | Xn |
| Risk Statements | 20/21/22-36/37/38 |
| Safety Statements | 26 |
| WGK Germany | 3 |
References
| reference | Oh, S.J., et al., Serotonin receptor and transporter ligands - current staus. Curr. Med. Chem. 8, 999, (2001) |
| Bpmasera. S.J., Tecott, L.H., Mouse models of serotonin receptor function: toward a genetic dissection of serotonin systems. Pharmacol. Ther. 88, 133, (2000) | |
| Beilstein | Beil. 22,V,12,16 |






