Ketamine Lab Analysis 

Chemical Name & Structure

• Chemical Name: (RS)-2-(2-chlorophenyl)-2-(methylamino)cyclohexanone

• Molecular Formula: C13H16ClNO

• Molecular Weight: 237.73 g/mol

Structure:

Ketamine is an arylcyclohexylamine compound featuring a cyclohexanone core bonded to a chlorophenyl ring and a methylamino group. It exists as a racemic mixture of enantiomers, commonly studied for their differing chemical properties.

Description (Research Context Only)

Ketamine is widely studied in neurochemical, pharmacological, and receptor-binding research. It is of particular interest in:

• NMDA receptor antagonism studies

• Neurotransmitter modulation research

• Cognitive and behavioural research models

• Analytical and forensic identification

Its unique mechanism as an NMDA receptor antagonist makes it valuable in studies exploring glutamatergic systems and synaptic plasticity.

This compound is supplied strictly for laboratory research and analytical purposes only and is not intended for human or veterinary use.

Purity & Lab Testing Information

Malter Biochemicals LTD maintains strict quality standards for Ketamine research materials.

• Typical Purity: ≥ 99% (batch-dependent)

• Analytical Testing Methods:

  • High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)

  • Gas Chromatography (GC)

  • Mass Spectrometry (MS)

• Quality Assurance:

  • Certificate of Analysis (CoA) available upon request

  • Batch-level traceability and verification

Each batch is subjected to internal quality control procedures to ensure consistency and suitability for research use.

CAS Number

• CAS Number: 6740-88-1

Safety & Handling Information

Ketamine must be handled exclusively by qualified personnel in controlled laboratory environments.

Handling Precautions:

• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Avoid inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact

• Work within a ventilated laboratory or fume hood

• Avoid exposure to heat and incompatible substances

Storage Guidelines:

• Store in a cool, dry, and well-controlled environment

• Keep containers tightly sealed when not in use

• Restrict access to authorised personnel only

Risk Awareness:

• May pose chemical and toxicological risks if mishandled

• Requires appropriate hazard assessment prior to use

• Follow all institutional laboratory safety protocols

Compliance Notice

• Strictly for research purposes only

• Not for human or animal consumption

• Subject to local and international regulatory controls

• Buyer is responsible for ensuring legal compliance

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