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Melatonin, Tocris Bioscience™

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Description

Endogenous hormone; agonist at MT1 and MT2

Endogenous hormone that acts as an agonist at melatonin receptors MT1 and MT2. Exhibits a prominent role in the control of circadian rhythm, displays immunomodulatory activity and acts as a powerful antioxidant in vivo.

Chemical Identifiers

CAS 73-31-4
Molecular Formula C13H16N2O2
Molecular Weight (g/mol) 232.283
InChI Key DRLFMBDRBRZALE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonym melatonin, melatonine, n-acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine, circadin, 5-methoxy-n-acetyltryptamine, n-2-5-methoxy-1h-indol-3-yl ethyl acetamide, melatol, melatonex, melovine
PubChem CID 896
ChEBI CHEBI:16796
IUPAC Name N-[2-(5-methoxy-1H-indol-3-yl)ethyl]acetamide
SMILES CC(=O)NCCC1=CNC2=C1C=C(C=C2)OC

Specifications

Quantity 50 mg
Formula Weight 232.28
Percent Purity >99%
Chemical Name or Material Melatonin

Safety and Handling

Recommended Storage Store at -20°C
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