Serotonin, 98%

Name: Serotonin, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-009556

About Serotonin, 98%

Serotonin is an amine building block carrying the CAS registry number 50-67-9, specified at 98% purity. Formula C10H12N2O, molecular weight 176.21 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 3-(2-aminoethyl)-1H-indol-5-ol. Alternative names: 3-(2-Aminoethyl)-5-hydroxyindole and 5-HT.

In its supplied form it is white to beige to grey powder or crystals. Literature values give a density of ~1.3 g/cm3. Store it at 2–8 °C, in a tightly closed container. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Serotonin in 25 mg, 100 mg and 10 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Serotonin, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-009556
CAS Number	50-67-9
IUPAC name	3-(2-aminoethyl)-1H-indol-5-ol
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₁₂N₂O
Molecular weight	176.21 g/mol
Exact mass	176.095
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	QZAYGJVTTNCVMB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC2=C(C=C1O)C(=CN2)CCN
PubChem CID	5202

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to beige to grey powder or crystals
Density	~1.3 g/cm3
LogP (XLogP3)	0.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 2
TPSA	62 Å²
Storage	2–8 °C
Synonyms	3-(2-Aminoethyl)-5-hydroxyindole, 5-HT, 5-Hydroxytryptamine, Enteramine, Thrombotonin, Thrombocytin, Serotonine, 1H-Indol-5-ol, 3-(2-aminoethyl)-, Hippophaine, 3-(beta-Aminoethyl)-5-hydroxyindole, 3-(2-Aminoethyl)-1H-indol-5-o, Serotonin (Human)

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

Reference Standard

Serotonin

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

VQ-007750

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Serotonin, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Serotonin, 98% is 50-67-9. It is also known as 3-(2-Aminoethyl)-5-hydroxyindole, 5-HT, 5-Hydroxytryptamine.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Serotonin, 98%?

Serotonin, 98% 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, 98% can I order?

We supply Serotonin, 98% in (98%) grade, in 25 mg, 100 mg, 10 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Serotonin, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Serotonin, 98% 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, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Serotonin, 98% 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.

How should Serotonin, 98% be stored?

2–8 °C. Keep the container tightly closed and refer to the SDS for full handling guidance.