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Catalog Number:
32527
CAS Number:
57-24-9
Strychnine
Purity:
≥ 99% (Assay)
Synonym(s):
(-)-Strychnine
Hazmat
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Product Information

Strychnine has been used in antagonist profiling to characterize a novel nicotinic receptor in Aplysia neuroendocrine cells! Store away from oxidizing agents.

Synonyms
(-)-Strychnine
CAS Number
57-24-9
Purity
≥ 99% (Assay)
Molecular Formula
C21H22N2O2
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00005941
PubChem ID
5304
Appearance
White crystalline powder
Conditions
Store at RT
General Information
Synonyms
(-)-Strychnine
CAS Number
57-24-9
Purity
≥ 99% (Assay)
Molecular Formula
C21H22N2O2
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00005941
PubChem ID
5304
Appearance
White crystalline powder
Conditions
Store at RT
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
Yes
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

Strychnine is widely utilized in research focused on:

  • Neuroscience Research: Strychnine is often used as a tool to study neurotransmitter systems, particularly the glycine receptor. Its ability to block these receptors helps researchers understand their role in motor control and sensory processing.
  • Pest Control: In agriculture, strychnine has been historically used as a rodenticide. Its effectiveness in controlling pest populations makes it valuable for maintaining crop health, although its use is now highly regulated due to safety concerns.
  • Pharmacological Studies: The compound serves as a reference standard in pharmacological research, helping scientists to develop and test new drugs that target similar pathways, particularly in the central nervous system.
  • Toxicology Testing: Strychnine is used in toxicology to study poisoning effects and to develop antidotes. Understanding its toxicological profile aids in creating safety guidelines for handling similar compounds.
  • Forensic Science: In forensic investigations, strychnine can be analyzed in biological samples to determine poisoning cases. Its distinct chemical properties allow for reliable detection methods in toxicology labs.

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