6-Hydroxypurine CAS No.68-94-0
Pharmaceutical Materials 2025-03-20
CAS No.68-94-0
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | 6-Hydroxypurine |
| CAS Number | 68-94-0 |
| Other Names | Hypoxanthine, Sarkin, Sarcine, Purin-6-ol, 6-Hydroxy purine |
| Molecular Formula | C5H4N4O |
| Molecular Weight | 136.11 g/mol |
| Appearance | White needle-like crystals or powder |
| Melting Point | Decomposes at around 150°C (literature values may vary) |
| Boiling Point | 250.36°C (rough estimate) |
| Density | 1.4295 g/cm³ (rough estimate) |
| Refractive Index | 1.8500 (estimate) |
| Solubility | Soluble in dilute acids and alkaline solutions, slightly soluble in boiling water, insoluble in cold water |
| pH (pKa) | 8.7 (at 25°C) |
| Usage | Intermediate in the synthesis of anticancer drugs such as 6-Mercaptopurine. Involved in purine metabolism and regulation of physiological functions in the human body. |
| Natural Occurrence | Found in transfer RNA and is a metabolite of nucleosides. |
| Production Methods | Can be produced through chemical synthesis from precursor molecules such as cyanoacetic acid ethyl ester, sodium ethoxide, thiourea, etc. |
| Safety Information | Handle with care. Store in a cool, dry place. Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for detailed safety precautions and disposal methods. |
| Suppliers | Available from various chemical suppliers and manufacturers globally. |
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