Serotonin Hydrochloride CAS 153-98-0

1. Serotonin hydrochloride is an endogenous monoamine neurotransmitter in the central nervous system and acts as an agonist at all 5-HT receptor families .
2. Serotonin hydrochloride CAS 153-98-0 functions as a catechol O-methyltransferase (COMT) inhibitor with a Ki of 44 μM .
3. Serotonin hydrochloride is used extensively in research to study neurotransmitter signaling, mood disorders, gastrointestinal function, and platelet aggregation .

1. Store Serotonin hydrochloride powder at -20°C for up to 3 years or at 4°C for up to 2 years; solutions should be stored at -80°C for 6 months or -20°C for 1 month .
2. Keep Serotonin hydrochloride CAS 153-98-0 container tightly sealed in a cool, well-ventilated area, protected from light and sources of ignition, and away from strong acids/alkalis and strong oxidizing/reducing agents .
3. Handle Serotonin hydrochloride using appropriate personal protective equipment including safety goggles, protective gloves, and suitable respirator, and avoid dust formation and contact with eyes, skin, and clothing .

1. Isolate the spill area, use full personal protective equipment including self-contained breathing apparatus, and ensure adequate ventilation .
2. Absorb solutions of Serotonin hydrochloride with finely-powdered liquid-binding material (diatomite, universal binders), collect into sealed, labeled containers, and decontaminate surfaces by scrubbing with alcohol .
3. Prevent Serotonin hydrochloride CAS 153-98-0 from entering drains or waterways, and dispose of waste according to prevailing country, federal, state, and local environmental regulations .

1. Serotonin hydrochloride is classified with GHS signal word "Warning" and is harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin, or if inhaled (H302+H312+H332), causes skin and serious eye irritation (H315, H319), and may cause respiratory irritation (H335) .
2. Serotonin hydrochloride CAS 153-98-0 has a melting point of 171°C, molecular weight of 212.68 g/mol, and is soluble in DMSO, water, and ethanol (43 mg/mL) .
3. Under fire conditions, Serotonin hydrochloride may decompose and emit toxic fumes; use water spray, dry chemical, foam, and carbon dioxide fire extinguisher for firefighting .