Tianeptine

Product Overview

Tianeptine is a high-value tricyclic compound primarily utilized as a pharmaceutical intermediate in the development of advanced neurological therapeutics. With the molecular formula C21H25ClN2O4S and a molecular weight of 436.95 g/mol, it exhibits distinct pharmacological properties that differentiate it from classical tricyclic antidepressants. This product is supplied with stringent quality control to meet international standards for research and industrial-scale synthesis.

Specifications

Quality Control

• Assay: ≥99.0%
• Residue on ignition: ≤0.20%
• Loss on drying: ≤1.0%
• Heavy metals: ≤20 ppm
• Individual impurity: ≤0.1%
• Total impurities: ≤0.5%

Industrial Applications

As a specialized intermediate, Tianeptine serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical APIs targeting central nervous system disorders. Its unique mechanism—potentially involving modulation of glutamatergic pathways and neurotrophic factors—makes it a subject of interest in medicinal chemistry research. It is strictly intended for laboratory and industrial R&D use under compliant regulatory frameworks. This compound is not approved for direct human consumption in many jurisdictions, including the U.S., Canada, and the U.K.

Storage conditions require a cool, dry, and well-ventilated environment with the container tightly sealed to maintain stability and purity. Standard packaging is 25 kg per drum, with custom configurations available upon request.