Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Octopamine hydrochloride (CAS: 770-05-8)?
Answer
Octopamine hydrochloride (CAS: 770-05-8) is primarily used in research for studying insect physiology and neuropharmacology. It also finds applications in pharmaceuticals as a stimulant and in the production of insecticides. In some cases, it is used in the food industry as a flavor enhancer. Its role as a chemical analog of epinephrine makes it relevant in biochemical studies and drug development.
About
CAS No
770-05-8
English Name
Octopamine hydrochloride
Molecular Formula
C8H12ClNO2
Molecular Weight
189.64 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=CC=C1C(CN)O)O.Cl
InChIKey
PUMZXCBVHLCWQG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
