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Salsolinol-1-carboxylic acid (CAS 57256-34-5)

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Alternate Names:
1-Methyl-6,7-dihydroxy-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline-1-carboxylic acid
Application:
Salsolinol-1-carboxylic acid is an novel amino acid alkaloid endogenous to the CNS
CAS Number:
57256-34-5
Molecular Weight:
223.23
Molecular Formula:
C11H13NO4
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Salsolinol-1-carboxylic acid is an amino acid that occurs naturally in the CNS. Salsolinol-1-carboxylic acid, an organic compound derived from salsolinol, is thought to play a role in regulating reward and addiction pathways in the brain. Research has been conducted to explore its potential involvement in various neurological and physiological processes.


Salsolinol-1-carboxylic acid (CAS 57256-34-5) References

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Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

Salsolinol-1-carboxylic acid, 10 mg

sc-204259
10 mg
$113.00

Salsolinol-1-carboxylic acid, 50 mg

sc-204259A
50 mg
$480.00