Description
Xanthopterin, an unconjugated pteridine compound, is the main component of the yellow granule in the Oriental hornet bear wings, produces a characteristic excitation/emission maximum at 386/456 nm. Xanthopterin (XPT) causes renal growth and hypertrophy in rat.Xanthopterin inhibits RNA synthesis.
Product information
CAS Number: 119-44-8
Molecular Weight: 179.14
Formula: C6H5N5O2
Chemical Name: 2-amino-3,4,5,6-tetrahydropteridine-4,6-dione
Smiles: NC1NC(=O)C2NC(=O)C=NC=2N=1
InChiKey: VURKRJGMSKJIQX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChi: InChI=1S/C6H5N5O2/c7-6-10-4-3(5(13)11-6)9-2(12)1-8-4/h1H,(H,9,12)(H3,7,8,10,11,13)
Technical Data
Appearance: Solid Power
Purity: ≥98% (or refer to the Certificate of Analysis)
Shipping Condition: Shipped under ambient temperature as non-hazardous chemical or refer to Certificate of Analysis
Storage Condition: Dry, dark and -20 oC for 1 year or refer to the Certificate of Analysis.
Shelf Life: ≥12 months if stored properly.
Stock Solution Storage: 0 - 4 oC for 1 month or refer to the Certificate of Analysis.
Drug Formulation: To be determined
HS Tariff Code: 382200
How to use
In Vitro:
Xanthopterin (7.8-250 mM; 24 hours) show a significant reduction in mitochondrial activity with respect to controls (IC50=109 mM).
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