Description

1,7-Dihydro-1-Methyl-6H-Purine-6-Thione is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the purine-thione class, serving as a key synthetic intermediate and research chemical. Its value lies in its unique thione functionality, which makes it a versatile building block for the development of novel pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries seeking to explore new molecular entities and synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel purine-based drug candidates, including potential kinase inhibitors, antiviral agents, and anticancer compounds.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or reference standard in enzymatic studies and biochemical assays to investigate purine metabolism and related pathways.
• Agrochemical Development: Serves as a building block for creating new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators with tailored biological activity.
• Material Science: Investigated for its potential in creating organic semiconductors, ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), or components in specialty polymers.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university laboratories and CROs (Contract Research Organizations) for fundamental organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry projects.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1,7-Dihydro-1-Methyl-6H-Purine-6-Thione
CAS No.	1006-22-0
Molecular Formula	C₆H₆N₄S
Molecular Weight	166.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-6-mercaptopurine; 1-Methyl-6-thiopurine; 6-Mercapto-1-methylpurine; NSC 40774; 1-Methylpurine-6-thiol; 1-Methyl-6-thioxopurine; 6-Thio-1-methylpurine; 1-Methyl-6-sulfanylpurine
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Quality Control

Our 1,7-Dihydro-1-Methyl-6H-Purine-6-Thione is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR) for structural confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.