Description

7-Methyl-4-Pteridinecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity, specialized heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a critical precursor for the development of novel pteridine derivatives, which are a class of molecules with broad biological relevance. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in medicinal chemistry, agrochemical research, and the synthesis of complex molecular scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates targeting various enzymes and receptors.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and the development of novel pteridine-based bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Development: Serves as a precursor in the research and synthesis of new pesticides or herbicides.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in the study of folate metabolism and related biochemical pathways where pteridine structures are involved.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile reagent for constructing complex heterocyclic systems in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Methyl-4-Pteridinecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	16008-52-9
Molecular Formula	C10H10N4O2
Molecular Weight	218.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 7-Methyl-4-pteridinecarboxylate; 4-Pteridinecarboxylic acid, 7-methyl-, ethyl ester; 7-Methylpteridine-4-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 7-methylpteridine-4-carboxylate; 7-Methyl-4-pteridinecarboxylic acid ethyl ester; 16008-52-9
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Quality Control

Our 7-Methyl-4-Pteridinecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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.