Category:
Other Specialized Reagents
CAS NO:
120-29-6
Standard:
USP,BP,EP,In-house Standards,
Tropine is a bicyclic alkaloid derivative serving as a fundamental chiral building block in pharmaceutical synthesis. Produced via the hydrolysis of atropine or synthetic routes involving acetone and ammonia, its core structure features a piperidine ring fused to a cyclohexane moiety. The chemical formula is C8H15NO, with CAS number 76-64-0.
Strictly regulated due to potential abuse in illicit drug manufacturing. Requires storage in cool, dry, ventilated areas away from oxidizers. Personnel must wear appropriate PPE including gloves and eye protection to prevent dermal absorption and inhalation risks.