Melatonin

Alternative_name

N-Acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine; NSC 113928; Regulin; NSC 56423
Description

Melatonin is an endogeneous hormone that plays a prominent role in the control of circadian rhythm. Melatonin acts as an agonist at melatonin receptors MT1 and MT2, displays immunomodulatory activity and acts as a powerful antioxidant that protects lipids, proteins and DNA against oxidative damage.
CAS Number

73-31-4
Structure Available

Yes
Salt Form

No
Molecular Formula

C₁₃H₁₆N₂O₂
Molecular Weight

232.28
Cell Permeable

No
Purity

≥98% by HPLC
Solubilities

DMSO (>20 mg/ml)
Handling

Protect from air and light
Tag Line

An endogenous hormone
Storage Condition

-20°C
Shipping Condition

gel pack
Shelf Life

24 months
MDL Number

MFCD00005655
PubChem CID

896
PubChem CID Link
SMILES

CC(=O)NCCC1=CNC2=C1C=C(C=C2)OC
InChi

InChI=1S/C13H16N2O2/c1-9(16)14-6-5-10-8-15-13-4-3-11(17-2)7-12(10)13/h3-4,7-8,15H,5-6H2,1-2H3,(H,14,16)
InChi Key

DRLFMBDRBRZALE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Data Sheet Link
MSDS Available

Yes