Myosmine
Myosmine (CAS 532-12-7) is a minor tobacco alkaloid with the molecular formula C9H10N2 and a molar mass of 146.19 g/mol. Structurally it is 3-(1-pyrrolin-2-yl)pyridine, a pyridine bearing a cyclic imine (pyrroline) ring. Tech Serve Solutions supplies Myosmine as a research-grade reference compound and heterocyclic building block, used chiefly in analytical, alkaloid and synthetic chemistry studies and as a reactant in nitrosation and peroxidation reactions.
- IUPAC
- 3-(1-Pyrrolin-2-yl)pyridine
- Synonyms
- Myosmine3-(1-Pyrrolin-2-yl)pyridine3-(3,4-Dihydro-2H-pyrrol-5-yl)pyridine2-(3-Pyridyl)-1-pyrrolineCAS 532-12-7
Tobacco alkaloid reference standard
Myosmine is a naturally occurring minor tobacco alkaloid and serves as a reference compound for analytical and biochemical studies of tobacco and Nicotiana-derived alkaloids.
Reactant in nitrosation studies
Its cyclic imine structure makes Myosmine a useful substrate in nitrosation reactions, supporting laboratory investigation of nitrosamine formation and related reaction chemistry.
Peroxidation reaction substrate
Myosmine is used as a reactant in peroxidation reactions with hydrogen peroxide, providing a defined model system for oxidative transformation studies.
Heterocyclic building block
As a C9 pyridine-pyrroline scaffold, Myosmine functions as a building block in chemical synthesis and the preparation of related nitrogen heterocycles and alkaloid analogues.
Research and method development
It is employed in cell biology and broader research settings as a small-molecule tool compound for assay and analytical method development.
| Molecular weight | 146.19 |
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| Empirical formula | C9H10N2 |
| Storage temperature | 2-8°C |
| Application | Tobacco alkaloid1,2Reactant for:Nitrosation reactions1Peroxidation reaction with hydrogen peroxide2 |
Hazard statements
- H302Harmful if swallowed
- H315Causes skin irritation
- H319Causes serious eye irritation
- H335May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas or vapours
- P305IF IN EYES
| Protective equipment | dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves |
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| Water hazard class (WGK, DE) | 3 |
| Hazard codes (EU) | Xn |
| Risk statements (R) | 22-36/37/38 |
| Safety statements (S) | 26-36 |
Hazard information is provided for guidance. Always consult the product Safety Data Sheet (SDS), available on request, before handling.
| Gene Information | rat ... Chrna4(25590) |
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Documentation
Every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis covering assay, identity and purity; the grade is confirmed against your enquiry. Safety Data Sheets and technical data sheets are available on request.
Supply & logistics
Samples for technical evaluation; bulk MOQ by grade and packaging. In-stock material ships in 7–10 working days, worldwide, with full export documentation.
What is Myosmine used for?
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Myosmine is used mainly as a research-grade reference compound and heterocyclic building block. As a minor tobacco alkaloid it supports alkaloid and analytical studies, and it serves as a reactant in nitrosation reactions and in peroxidation reactions with hydrogen peroxide.
What is the CAS number and molecular formula of Myosmine?
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Myosmine has CAS number 532-12-7 and the molecular formula C9H10N2, with a molecular weight of 146.19 g/mol. It is also known chemically as 3-(1-pyrrolin-2-yl)pyridine (MDL MFCD00052019).
What grade and purity does Tech Serve Solutions supply?
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We supply Myosmine as a research/reference-grade compound for laboratory and synthetic use. We do not represent it as USP, BP or EP pharmacopoeial grade. Current assay and certificate-of-analysis details are confirmed for each batch on request before despatch.
What are the safety and handling requirements for Myosmine?
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Myosmine is classified GHS07 with the signal word Warning. The hazard statements are H302 (harmful if swallowed), H315 (causes skin irritation), H319 (causes serious eye irritation) and H335 (may cause respiratory irritation). Handle with gloves, eye protection and an N95-type dust mask, avoid dust formation, and follow the precautionary advice (P261; P305+P351+P338). It is assigned German water-hazard class WGK 3.
How should Myosmine be stored?
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Myosmine should be stored refrigerated at 2-8 degrees Celsius in a tightly closed container, kept dry and protected from light, in line with good laboratory practice for sensitive fine chemicals.
How is Myosmine packed, shipped and exported?
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Myosmine is packed in secure, clearly labelled laboratory containers with sizes matched to your requirement, and accompanied by the relevant safety documentation. As a specialist exporter since 1998, Tech Serve Solutions arranges compliant temperature-aware despatch and the export paperwork required for your destination market.
How do I request a sample or quote for Myosmine?
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Contact Tech Serve Solutions with your required quantity, packing preference and destination, and our team will respond with availability, lead time and current batch specifications. Quoting CAS 532-12-7 helps us confirm the exact item without delay.
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