Rapid Isolation and High-Purity Characterization of N, N-Dimethyltryptamine from Mimosa tenuiflora for Analytical Standard Development and Regulatory Insight
A rapid and straightforward method for extracting the psychedelic compound DMT from the inner bark of Mimosa tenuiflora was developed, yielding a reference chemical suitable for chromatography. The isolated compound's identity was confirmed through mass spectrometry, NMR spectroscopy, melting-point analysis, and FTIR, with results matching earlier reports. UV absorption spectrometry indicated purity above 95% compared to a standard tryptamine reference. Creating accessible analytical standards can support controlled scientific research, improve forensic and pharmaceutical drug identification and quality control, and inform regulatory policies.