Xanthine
≥99.5%(HPLC)
Reagent
Code: #97059
Alias
Xanthine; 2,6-dihydroxypurine, 2,6-(1H,3H)-purine-dione, 3,7-dihydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione
CAS Number
69-89-6
science Other reagents with same CAS 69-89-6
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Molecular Information
Weight
152.11 g/mol
Formula
C₅H₄N₄O₂
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Registry Numbers
EC Number
200-718-6
MDL Number
MFCD00078453
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Physical Properties
Melting Point
300 °C
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Storage & Handling
Storage
2~8°C
description Product Description
Xanthine is widely utilized in the pharmaceutical industry as a precursor in the synthesis of various drugs, particularly those targeting respiratory and cardiovascular conditions. It serves as a key intermediate in the production of theophylline and caffeine, which are commonly used to treat asthma and other respiratory disorders by relaxing bronchial muscles. Additionally, xanthine derivatives are employed in research to study enzyme inhibition, particularly in the context of xanthine oxidase, which plays a role in conditions like gout. Its role in biochemical pathways also makes it valuable in studying metabolic processes and developing therapeutic agents.
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| Test Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Carbon (Anhydrous) | 38.9-40.1% |
| EMM Anhydrous | 8.7-9.4 |
| Nitrogen | 36.3-37.4% |
| Purity (HPLC) | 99.5-100% |
| Water (Karl Fischer) | <=0.2% |
| Appearance | White to Off-white to Light yellow Powder to Solid |
| Infrared Spectrum | Conforms to Structure |
| Solubility | Colorless to faint yellow, clear (50 mg/mL, 1 M NaOH) |
| Wavelength | 277-278 NM |
