Gramine is a naturally occurring indole alkaloid present in several plant species. Gramine may play a defensive role in these plants, since it is toxic to many organisms. It is used mostly in synthetic organic chemistry as a starting material for tryptophan syntheses.
Elizabeth Read, .et al. , Crop and Pasture Science, 2020, 71(4), 389-400
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Gramine is a naturally occurring indole alkaloid present in several plant species. Gramine may play a defensive role in these plants, since it is toxic to many organisms. It is used mostly in synthetic organic chemistry as a starting material for tryptophan syntheses.
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Product Information
Catalog Num
A10436
Formula
C11H14N2
Molecular Weight
174.2
CAS Number
87-52-5
SMILES
CN(C)CC1=CNC2=CC=CC=C21
Synonyms
3-(Dimethylaminomethyl)indole
Storage
Store lyophilized at -20ºC, keep desiccated. In lyophilized form, the chemical is stable for 36 months. In solution, store at -20ºC and use within 3 months to prevent loss of potency. Aliquot to avoid multiple freeze/thaw cycles.
Solubility
In vitro
DMSO
31 mg/mL (177.91 mM)
Water
Insoluble
Ethanol
31 mg/mL (177.91 mM)
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