Molekula
Reserpine
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Reserpine is a naturally occurring alkaloid used primarily in research and pharmaceutical applications for its ability to deplete monoamine neurotransmitters. It is employed in studies of neurochemistry and hypertension. Available as a USP-grade white to off-white powder with an assay of 97.0–101.0%, Reserpine has a CAS number of 50-55-5, a molecular formula of C33H40N2O9, and a molecular weight of 608.68 g/mol. It should be stored at ambient temperature.
Molekula supplies Reserpine at 97.0 - 101.0% purity in 1 g packs, from £104.28 inc. VAT. It is made or sourced to order. Every batch ships with a certificate of analysis, and safety data sheets are available in 5 languages. Larger quantities, up to multi-tonne, are quoted on request.
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Pricing & pack sizes
On backorder — expected to ship by 5 December 2026
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1 g — £86.90 per pack ex VAT · £104.28 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to Off-White powder |
| Grade | USP |
| Specific rotation | -115 to -131° |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.5% |
| Assay | 97.0 - 101.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.15% |
| Total Impurities | ≤ 1.5% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to reference |
| Identification A, B, C, D | Conforms to reference |
| Oxidation | ≤ 0.1% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or pale buff to slightly yellowish powder |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 264.5 °C |
| Water Solubility | 73 mg/L at 30 °C |
| pKa | pKa = 6.6 |
Source: PubChem CID 5770 (HSDB, DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 70515639 |
| CAS Number | 50-55-5 |
| IUPAC Name | methyl (1R,15S,17R,18R,19S,20S)-6,18-dimethoxy-17-(3,4,5-trimethoxybenzoyl)oxy-1,3,11,12,14,15,16,17,18,19,20,21-dodecahydroyohimban-19-carboxylate |
| EC Number | 200-047-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C33H40N2O9 |
| Molecular Weight | 608.68 |
| Exact Mass | 608.2734 |
| SMILES | CO[C@H]1[C@@H](C[C@@H]2CN3CCC4=C([C@H]3C[C@@H]2[C@@H]1C(=O)OC)NC5=C4C=CC(=C5)OC)OC(=O)C6=CC(=C(C(=C6)OC)OC)OC |
| InChIKey | QEVHRUUCFGRFIF-MDEJGZGSSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C33H40N2O9/c1-38-19-7-8-20-21-9-10-35-16-18-13-27(44-32(36)17-11-25(39-2)30(41-4)26(12-17)40-3)31(42-5)28(33(37)43-6)22(18)15-24(35)29(21)34-23(20)14-19/h7-8,11-12,14,18,22,24,27-28,31,34H,9-10,13,15-16H2,1-6H3/t18-,22+,24-,27-,28+,31+/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 5770 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29397900 |
| Tariff Code | 2939799090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
- H351 Suspected of causing cancer
- H360D May harm the unborn child
- H370 Causes damage to organs
Precautionary statements
- P201 Obtain special instructions before use
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- Alserin
- Apoplon
- Deserpine
- Elserpine
- Eskaserp
- Rau-Sed
- Sandril
- Serpalan
- Serpasil
- Serpivite
Frequently asked questions
What is reserpine used for?
Reserpine is primarily used in research for studying neurotransmitter depletion and has been historically used to treat hypertension.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of reserpine?
The formula is C33H40N2O9 with a molecular weight of 608.68 g/mol.
How should reserpine be stored?
Reserpine should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from light and moisture.
What grade of reserpine does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies reserpine in USP grade.
Can Molekula supply reserpine in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply reserpine in bulk quantities—please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a reserpine order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
Where can I buy Reserpine?
Directly from Molekula, which lists Reserpine in 1 g packs from £104.28 inc. VAT, with a certificate of analysis for every batch. Larger quantities are quoted on request. Molekula's offices: United Kingdom, France, Spain, Germany, Italy, United States and China.
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