CDP Choline (Citicoline)
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12 sold in last 2 hoursCDP Choline (Citicoline) is a naturally occurring nucleotide-based research compound of the cholinergic precursor class, comprising cytidine coupled to choline via a diphosphate bridge. It is supplied strictly for laboratory research use only and is not intended for human or veterinary use. Citicoline is widely used by laboratory researchers as a reference material in phospholipid-metabolism and cholinergic-signalling investigations.
Research Background
CDP Choline (Citicoline) has been studied in research on the biosynthesis of phosphatidylcholine via the Kennedy pathway, where it serves as an intermediate in membrane-phospholipid formation. Preclinical and in vitro investigations have examined its relationship to choline and cytidine availability and to acetylcholine-precursor pools in cell-culture and animal-model systems.
Within the exploratory literature, citicoline is frequently referenced as a source compound for probing cholinergic and phospholipid dynamics. This material is offered solely as a characterised laboratory standard to support such biochemical and neuropharmacology research, without any applied or performance inference.
CDP Choline (Citicoline) Specifications & Handling
- Purity: ≥99% as determined by analytical assay.
- Third-party verification: independent HPLC and mass spectrometry, with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis (COA) available.
- Physical form: powder.
- Storage: store in a cool, dry, dark environment; keep sealed and protected from moisture, as the compound is hygroscopic.
- Intended use: in vitro and preclinical laboratory research reference applications only.
Related Research Compounds
Researchers assembling a cholinergic reference panel often review related standards including Centrophenoxine, Galantamine Hydrobromide and Aniracetam. Additional characterised standards are catalogued under research nootropics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CDP Choline (Citicoline)?
It is a nucleotide-based cholinergic precursor comprising cytidine and choline linked by a diphosphate bridge, studied as an intermediate in phospholipid metabolism. It is supplied only as a laboratory reference material.
Is CDP Choline (Citicoline) permitted for research use in Australia?
It is supplied for laboratory research use only and not for human or veterinary use. Australian researchers should confirm the current regulatory and import status of this compound in their jurisdiction before ordering.
What analytical testing accompanies Citicoline?
Each batch is verified by independent HPLC and mass spectrometry, and a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis is available on request.
How should CDP Choline (Citicoline) be stored?
Store the powder sealed in a cool, dry and dark environment, protected from moisture, since the compound is hygroscopic and can absorb atmospheric water.
For laboratory and research use only. This product is not for human or veterinary consumption, and nothing on this page is medical advice. Researchers are responsible for compliance with all applicable Australian laws (including TGA regulations) and institutional guidelines.
| Form | Powder |
|---|---|
| Strength | 10g |
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