Product Definition: Tropacocaine HCl (Research Chemical)

Chemical Name: Tropacocaine hydrochloride
Synonyms: Tropacocaine HCl, Benzoylecgonine methyl ester
Molecular Formula: C₁₅H₁₉NO₂•HCl
Molecular Weight: 281.78 g/mol
CAS No.: 537-26-8
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Pureza: ≥98% (HPLC verified)
Solubilidad: 50 mg/ml in water

Description & Pharmacology:
Tropacocaine is a naturally occurring cocaine analog with:
✔Local anesthetic effects
✔Stimulant properties
✔Shorter duration of action than cocaine (1-2 hours)
✔More selective noradrenaline reuptake inhibition

Research applications:

Neuroscience research:
- Dopamine transporter studies
- Comparative pharmacology of stimulants
Medical examination:
- Local anesthetic mechanisms
- Vasoconstriction studies
Analytical chemistry:
- Reference standard for drug analysis
- Forensic investigation

Benefits for Research:
✅ Naturally occurring compound
✅Less addiction potential than cocaine
✅Good stability in solution
✅Suitable for in vitro receptor studies

Risks & Limitations:
❌ Possible side effects:

Tachycardia
Hypertension
CNS stimulation
❌Limited pharmacokinetic data available
❌Potential for abuse

Dosage protocol (for research):

Application	Concentration	Expected effect
In vitro studies	1-10 μM	Receptor binding
Local anesthetic test	0.1-0.5% solution	Nerve block
Neurotransporter studies	5-50 μM	Dopamine/noradrenaline effect

Safety measures:

Wear appropriate PPE (gloves, lab coat)
Work under a fume hood
Avoid contact with skin and eyes
Do not combine with MAO inhibitors

Frequently Asked Questions:

Is Tropacocaine legal in the Netherlands?
It may fall under the Opium Act as a cocaine-related substance.
How is it different from cocaine?
Less euphoric effect, shorter duration of action.
Can it be used as a local anesthetic?
For research purposes only, not for medical use.
Is it detectable on drug tests?
It may cross-react with cocaine tests.