Melatonin
Product Description
| Product | Melatonin |
| CAS | 73-31-4 |
| Formula | C13H16N2O2 |
| Synonym | N-(2-(5-Methoxyindol-3-yl)ethyl)acetamide |
Typical Product Specifications
| Melting Point | 117 - 120C |
| Appearance | White or pale-white crystalline powder |
| Identification | Positive |
| Sulfated Ash | <= 0.1% |
| Heavy Metals | <= 20 ppm |
| Particle Size | >= 120 mesh |
| Residual Solvents | <= 500 ppm (Toluene) |
| Assay (HPLC) | 98.00 - 102.00% |
| Residue on Ignition | <= 0.5% |
| Total Bacteria | <= 103/g |
| Total Molds and Yeasts (per g) | <= 102/g |
| Assay | 98.00 - 102.00% (TLC) |
| Loss on Drying | <= 0.10% |
| E Coli | Negative/g |
| Total Impurities | <= 0.50% |
| Notes | Melatonin is a hormone that is produced naturally within the body and regulates many of your body's functions including your circadian rythym. Use: ANTIOXIDANT |
| Class | Vitamins - Nutritional Ingredients - Amino Acids, Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) & Intermediates |
| Industry | Pharmaceutical |
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