Description
Xanthine, a plant alkaloid found in tea, coffee, and cocoa, is a mild stimulant of the central nervous system. Xanthine also acts as an intermediate product on the pathway of purine degradation.
Product information
CAS Number: 69-89-6
Molecular Weight: 152.11
Formula: C5H4N4O2
Chemical Name: 2,3,6,9-tetrahydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione
Smiles: O=C1NC2NC=NC=2C(=O)N1
InChiKey: LRFVTYWOQMYALW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChi: InChI=1S/C5H4N4O2/c10-4-2-3(7-1-6-2)8-5(11)9-4/h1H,(H3,6,7,8,9,10,11)
Technical Data
Appearance: Solid Power
Purity: ≥98% (or refer to the Certificate of Analysis)
Solubility: DMSO : 3.33 mg/mL (21.89 mM; ultrasonic and warming and heat to 60°C).
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:
A number of stimulants are derived from Xanthine including caffeine and theobromine. Xanthine is a product on the pathway of purine degradation. Xanthine is subsequently converted to uric acid by the action of the Xanthine oxidase enzyme.
References:
- Pundir CS, Devi R. Biosensing methods for xanthine determination: a review. Enzyme Microb Technol. 2014;57:55-62.
- David A. Taylor, et al. Central Nervous SystemStimulants.
- Ashihara H, et al. Xanthine Alkaloids: Occurrence, Biosynthesis, and Function in Plants. Prog Chem Org Nat Prod. 2017;105:1-88.
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