For in-vitro research use only. Not for human consumption.
melatonin
Melatonin is an indoleamine small molecule used as a reference compound in circadian and oxidative-stress research contexts.
melatonin definition
Melatonin is an indoleamine small molecule used as a reference compound in circadian and oxidative-stress research contexts. N-acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine.. Supplied by Nexus Laboratory for in-vitro research use only — not approved for human or veterinary therapeutic use.
No sequence is listed in the current catalog record for this product.
- CAS
- 73-31-4
- MW
- 232.28 g/mol
- Sequence
- Not listed
- Half-life
- Not listed
- Formula
- C13H16N2O2
- Purity
- Not listed
- Form
- Powder or lyophilized solid per supplier specification
- Class
- Indoleamine small molecule
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Compound details.
- CAS Number
- 73-31-4
- Molecular Weight
- 232.28 g/mol
- Molecular Formula
- C13H16N2O2
- Class
- Indoleamine small molecule
- Physical Form
- Powder or lyophilized solid per supplier specification
- Storage
- Store cool, dry, and protected from light per supplier COA.
Research context.
melatonin is studied in preclinical research models examining mechanisms relevant to the sleep and circadian research compounds. category. All Nexus Laboratory batches are documented through HPLC purity verification, mass spectrometry identity confirmation, and endotoxin screening. Compounds are supplied strictly for in-vitro and analytical research use.
Verification standard.
Every Nexus Laboratory batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis documenting HPLC purity (target ≥98%), mass spectrometry identity (expected versus observed mass), and endotoxin screening — verified by third-party laboratory testing and publicly archived. Review Nexus lab verification.
melatonin is part of the Nexus Sleep catalog. Sleep and circadian research compounds. Each listed variant is priced from the consolidated Nexus catalog and intended for qualified research use only.
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The chemistry.
N-acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine.
Storage: Store cool, dry, and protected from light per supplier COA.
Technical specifications.
- Product Name: melatonin
- Classification: Indoleamine small molecule
- Structural Description: N-acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine.
- CAS Number: 73-31-4
- Molecular Weight: 232.28 g/mol
- Molecular Formula: C13H16N2O2
- Physical Form: Powder or lyophilized solid per supplier specification
- Intended Use: In-vitro research use only - not for human consumption
HPLC trace preview.
Related research compounds
Same category, mechanism overlap, and common research stack pairings.
melatonin research FAQ.
What is melatonin used for in research?
melatonin is supplied for controlled in-vitro research workflows in the Sleep category. It is not labeled for human or veterinary use.
Is melatonin HPLC verified?
melatonin is listed with Nexus lab verification. Current catalog records show batch-specific purity context where batch COA data is available.
Which melatonin sizes are available?
Current Nexus variants include 10mg.
Does melatonin include a COA?
Yes. The current Nexus record links melatonin to batch NEX-MELATONIN-2026-0053.