| Pyridoxal hydrochloride interacts with cysteine of cathepsins and inhibits their activity. It elicits protective function in cornu Ammonis (CA) 1 neurons during ischemia. Synonyms: 3-Hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)-2-methyl-4-pyridinecarboxaldehyde Hydrochloride, 2-Methyl-3-hydroxy-4-formyl-5-hydroxymethylpyridine Hydrochloride, 3-Hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)-2-methyl-4-pyridinecarboxaldehyde Hydrochloride, 3-Hydroxy-5-hydroxymethyl-2-methylisonicotinaldehyde Hydrochloride CAS No: 65-22-5 Free base: 66-72-8 Molecular Formula: C8H9NO3HCl Molecular Weight: 203.62 Purity (HPLC): 98% Appearance: White to yellow crystalline powder Endotoxin: 0.06EU/mg Bioburden: 100cfu/g Loss on Drying: 0.5% Residue on Ignition: 0.1% pH (1%, H2O): 2.0-4.0 Chloride: 17.2-17.7% Nitrogen: 6.7-7.1% Melting Point: 171-175C Storage and Stability: Store powder at 4C. Stable for 12 months after receipt. |