CAS 51-61-6

dopamine

Description:

Dopamine is a naturally occurring neurotransmitter and a key chemical messenger in the brain, playing a crucial role in various physiological functions, including mood regulation, reward, and motor control. Its chemical formula is C8H11NO2, and it features a catechol structure, which consists of a benzene ring with two hydroxyl groups and an ethylamine side chain. Dopamine is classified as a monoamine and belongs to the class of compounds known as biogenic amines. It is soluble in water and exhibits a pH-dependent stability, being more stable in acidic conditions. In the human body, dopamine is synthesized from the amino acid tyrosine and is involved in several pathways, including the mesolimbic pathway, which is associated with pleasure and reward. Dysregulation of dopamine levels is linked to various neurological and psychiatric disorders, such as Parkinson's disease, schizophrenia, and addiction. Due to its significant role in the central nervous system, dopamine is also a target for various pharmacological interventions.

Formula: C₈H₁₁NO₂

InChI: InChI=1/C8H11NO2.ClH/c9-4-3-6-1-2-7(10)8(11)5-6;/h1-2,5,10-11H,3-4,9H2;1H

InChI key: InChIKey=VYFYYTLLBUKUHU-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(CN)C1=CC(O)=C(O)C=C1

Synonyms:

• 1,2-Benzenediol, 4-(2-aminoethyl)-
• 2-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-1-ethanamine
• 2-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)ethylamine
• 3,4-Dihydroxyphenethylamine
• 3,4-Dihydroxyphenylethylamine
• 3-Hydroxytyramine
• 4-(2-Aminoethyl)-1,2-benzenediol
• 4-(2-Aminoethyl)Benzene-1,2-Diol
• 4-(2-Aminoethyl)Benzene-1,2-Diol Hydrochloride (1:1)
• 4-(2-Aminoethyl)Pyrocatechol
• 4-(2-Aminoethyl)catechol
• DA
• Dopamin
• Dopamina
• Dophamine
• Duobaan
• Hydroxytyramin
• Nsc 173182
• Oxytyramine
• Pyrocatechol, 4-(2-aminoethyl)-
• α-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-β-aminoethane
• Dobutamine Impurity 1 （Dobutamine EP Impurity A)
• 4-(2-Aminoethyl)
• Noradrenaline EP Impurity C
• Dopamine
• Dopamine Control
• 4-(2-Aminotehyl)pyrocatechol
• opamine
• 3-Hydroxytyramine USP/EP/BP
• Norepinephrine EP Impurity C
• β-Hydroxytyramine (Dopamine)

Dopamine

CAS: 51-61-6

Formula: C₈H₁₁NO₂

Purity: 95.0%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 153.079

Ref: 10-F221308

Dopamine

CAS: 51-61-6

Stability Hygroscopic
Applications 4-(2-Aminoethyl)benzene-1,2-diol has been studied for its role in Parkinson's disease.
References Segura-Aguilar, J.: Neural Regeneration Research, 12, 897 (2017)

Formula: C₈H₁₁NO₂

Color and Shape: Light Brown To Brown

Molecular weight: 153.18

Ref: TR-A595590

Noradrenaline EP Impurity C

CAS: 51-61-6

Formula: C₈H₁₁NO₂

Molecular weight: 153.18

Ref: ST-EA-CP-N26003

Dobutamine EP Impurity A

CAS: 51-61-6

Formula: C₈H₁₁NO₂

Molecular weight: 153.2

Ref: ST-EA-CP-D59001