Quinine sulfate dihydrate, 100 g

Quinine Sulfate Dihydrate is a well-characterized compound, identified as a sulfate salt of quinine, an alkaloid derived from the bark of the cinchona tree. Its molecular formula is C20H24N2O2S·2H2O, with a molecular weight of 384.45 g/mol. This particular Quinine Sulfate Dihydrate is offered in a pure grade, specifically 99%, and comes in a pack size of 100 grams, making it suitable for various applications within the field of organic chemistry. It is known for its antimalarial properties, but also finds uses as a bittering agent in tonic water and as a muscle relaxant in certain medical treatments. Additionally, it exhibits strong crystallization properties, forming prismatic needles under appropriate conditions.

• CAS Number: 6119-70-6