Description

2-Amino-4-Hydroxypteridine-6-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, specialized heterocyclic carboxylic acid that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key precursor in the development of pteridine-based molecules, which are of significant interest in pharmaceutical and biochemical research. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for synthesizing novel active compounds and reference standards.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of novel pteridine-based drug candidates, including potential enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Biochemical Research: Used in the study of folate metabolism and the synthesis of labeled compounds for tracer studies and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Agrochemical Development: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of advanced, high-performance crop protection agents and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a versatile building block for creating complex heterocyclic structures in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing.
• Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-4-Hydroxypteridine-6-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1501-50-4
Molecular Formula	C7H5N5O3
Molecular Weight	207.15 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Carboxy-2-amino-4-hydroxypteridine; 2-Amino-4-hydroxy-6-pteridinecarboxylic acid; 2-Amino-4-oxo-3,4-dihydropteridine-6-carboxylic acid; Pteridine-6-carboxylic acid, 2-amino-4-hydroxy-; 4-Hydroxy-2-aminopteridine-6-carboxylic acid; 2-Amino-4-hydroxypteridine-6-carboxylic acid; 6-Carboxy-2-aminopteridin-4-ol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-4-Hydroxypteridine-6-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product may be light-sensitive and hygroscopic; ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to minimize exposure to moisture and atmospheric conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline 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.