Tetrahydrozoline (hydrochloride), CAS 522-48-5

Formulation: A crystalline solid

Formal Name: 4,5-dihydro-2-(1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-1-naphthalenyl)-1H-imidazole, monohydrochloride

Purity: ≥98%

Formula Markup: C13H16N2 • HCl

Formula Weight: 236,7

Shelf life (days): 1460

CAS Number: 522-48-5

Notes: Tetrahydrozoline is an α1-adrenergic receptor (α1-AR) agonist.{41103} Topical application to the eyes or nasal mucosa activates α1-ARs and induces vasoconstriction in rats, while oral administration activates central α2-ARs resulting in respiratory depression and hypotension in rats and rabbits.{41103,41104,41105} Formulations containing tetrahydrozoline have been used to treat eye irritation and nasal congestion.{41103}

• SKU: CAY23004-1
• Manufacturer: Cayman Chemical
• Manufacturer SKU: 23004-1
• Green Labware: No
• Package Unit: 1 g
• Quantity Unit: STK