l  General Information  | 
Product Name  | Histamine  | 
General description  | Histamine, an organic nitrogenous compound, is involved in local immune responses regulating physiological function in the gut and acting as a neurotransmitter for the brain, spinal cord, and uterus. It is a potent H1 and H2 receptor agonist.  | 
Synonym  | 2-(1H-imidazol-5-yl)ethanamine  | 
Purity  | ≥99.0%(HPLC)  | CAS Number  | 51-45-6  | 
Formula  | C5H9N3  | Molecular Weight  | 111.148  | 
Suitability  | BioReagent, suitable for cell culture, etc.  | 
l  Physical and Chemical Information  | 
Appearance  | White to pale brown Solid  | 
Solubility(25°C)  | DMSO  | ≥15mg/mL  | 
l  Biological Information  | 
Biochem/Physiol
  Actions  | Histamine stimulates gastric gland secretion, causing an increased secretion of gastric juice of high acidity. This action is probably due mainly to a direct action on parietal and chief gland cells.  | 
l  Storage  | 
Storage temp.  | -20°C  | 
l  Precautions and Disclaimer  | 
This product is for R&D use only, not for drug, household, or other uses.  | 
l  References  | 
1.    http://www.drugbank.ca 2.    https://ncit.nci.nih.gov 3.    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov  |