Psilocybin

• Catalog No.: P0100
• CAS Number: 520-52-5
• M. F.: C12H17N2O4P
• M. W.: 284.248141
• Purity: ≥98% (HPLC)

SYNONYMS

• IUPAC name: ({3-[2-(dimethylamino)ethyl]-1H-indol-4-yl}oxy)phosphonic acid
• IUPAC Traditional name: psilocybin
• Synonyms: 3-[2-(Dimethylamino)ethyl]-1H-indol-4-yl phosphate

DATABASE IDS

• MDL Number: MFCD01310431
• EC Number: 208-294-4
• CAS Number: 520-52-5

PROPERTIES

• Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C12H17N2O4P
• Purity: ≥98% (HPLC)
• Apperance: solid
• Solubility: H2O: >20 mg/mL
• Drug Control: USDEA Schedule I; regulated under CDSA - not available from Sigma-Aldrich Canada
• Personal Protective Equipment: Eyeshields, Gloves, type N95 (US), type P1 (EN143) respirator filter
• RTECS: NM3150000
• Storage Temperature: -20°C
• German water hazard class: 3

DETAILS

Description (English)

Biochem/physiol Actions
Psilocybin is a hallucinogenic serotonin 1A and 2A agonist and psychotomimetic. It is the minor hallucinogenic component of Teonanácatl, the sacred mushroom of Mexico. Psilocybin produces muscle relaxation, dilation of pupils, vivid visual and auditory distortions, and emotional disturbances.

Description (简体中文)

Biochem/physiol Actions
Psilocybin is a hallucinogenic serotonin 1A and 2A agonist and psychotomimetic. It is the minor hallucinogenic component of Teonanácatl, the sacred mushroom of Mexico. Psilocybin produces muscle relaxation, dilation of pupils, vivid visual and auditory distortions, and emotional disturbances.