Serotonin

Name: Serotonin
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-007750

About Serotonin

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Serotonin, an API reference standard registered under CAS number 50-67-9. Formula C10H12N2O, molecular weight 176.21 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 3-(2-aminoethyl)-1H-indol-5-ol. Alternative names: 3-(2-Aminoethyl)indol-5-ol and 3-(β-Aminoethyl)-5-hydroxyindole.

The product is provided as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Laboratories use this the parent drug substance standard for identity and assay testing, system suitability checks and method validation supporting ANDA and DMF filings. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Serotonin
Catalogue No.	VQ-007750
CAS Number	50-67-9
Other CAS	153-98-0
IUPAC name	3-(2-aminoethyl)-1H-indol-5-ol
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₁₂N₂O
Molecular weight	176.21 g/mol
Exact mass	176.095
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	QZAYGJVTTNCVMB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC2=C(C=C1O)C(=CN2)CCN
PubChem CID	5202

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	0.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 2
TPSA	62 Å²
Synonyms	3-(2-Aminoethyl)indol-5-ol, 3-(β-Aminoethyl)-5-hydroxyindole, 5-Hydroxy-3-(β-aminoethyl)indole, 5-Hydroxyltryptamine, 5-Hydroxytriptamine, 5-Hydroxytryptamine, Enteramine, Thrombotonin, Thrombocytin, Serotonine, 1H-Indol-5-ol, 3-(2-aminoethyl)-, Hippophaine

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child

Precautionary statements: P203, P264, P270, P280, P301 + P316, P318, P321, P330, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 50-67-9

Serotonin, 98%

CAS: 50-67-9
Formula: C₁₀H₁₂N₂O
MW: 176.21 g/mol

VQ-009556

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Serotonin?

The CAS Registry Number of Serotonin is 50-67-9. It is also known as 3-(2-Aminoethyl)indol-5-ol, 3-(β-Aminoethyl)-5-hydroxyindole, 5-Hydroxy-3-(β-aminoethyl)indole.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Serotonin?

Serotonin has the molecular formula C10H12N2O and a molecular weight of 176.21 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-(2-aminoethyl)-1H-indol-5-ol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Serotonin can I order?

We supply Serotonin in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Serotonin?

Yes. Every lot of Serotonin is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Serotonin be shipped internationally?

Yes. Serotonin is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.