Description
Synonyms: N-[2-(5-methoxy-1H-indol-3-yl)ethyl]; Acetamide, N-[2-(5-methoxy-1H-indol-3-yl)ethyl]; Melatonin(N-Acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine)
CAS No.: 73-31-4
Molecular formula: C13H16N2O2
Assay: 99% min
Appearance: White or similar to white crystal powder
Identification: Positive reaction
Melting point: 117-120° C
Loss on drying: 0.5% max
Residue on ignition: 0.5% max
Applications: Melatonin is a substance excreted by the pineal body. It is widely exist in prokaryote, monad, fungi, plants, invertebrate and vertebrate.