Description

{[3-Methyl-7-(4-Methylbenzyl)-2,6-Dioxo-2,3,6,7-Tetrahydro-1H-Purin-8-Yl]Sulfanyl}Acetic Acid is a high-purity, non-nucleoside xanthine derivative with a unique sulfanylacetic acid side chain, offering a versatile chemical scaffold for advanced research and development. This compound is valued for its potential as a key synthetic intermediate or a pharmacologically active core structure in the creation of novel therapeutic agents. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, agrochemical innovators, and specialty chemical manufacturers for applications in medicinal chemistry, enzyme inhibition studies, and the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of novel purine-based drug candidates targeting various disease pathways.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used as a core scaffold for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and the development of enzyme inhibitors or receptor modulators.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Employed in biochemical assays to study purinergic signaling or related enzymatic processes.
• Agrochemical Development: Acts as a potential intermediate in the research and synthesis of new crop protection agents with novel modes of action.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Utilized in the production of advanced materials, ligands for catalysis, or other high-value fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	{[3-Methyl-7-(4-Methylbenzyl)-2,6-Dioxo-2,3,6,7-Tetrahydro-1H-Purin-8-Yl]Sulfanyl}Acetic Acid
CAS No.	303969-89-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₆N₄O₄S
Molecular Weight	360.39 g/mol
Synonyms	8-[(Carboxymethyl)thio]-3-methyl-7-[(4-methylphenyl)methyl]-3,7-dihydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione; 8-Mercapto-3-methyl-7-(4-methylbenzyl)xanthine-8-acetic acid; (3-Methyl-7-(4-methylbenzyl)-2,6-dioxo-2,3,6,7-tetrahydro-1H-purin-8-ylthio)acetic acid; 8-Thioacetic acid derivative of 3-methyl-7-(4-methylbenzyl)xanthine; NSC 759836; Purine-8-thioacetic acid derivative
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Quality Control

Our {[3-Methyl-7-(4-Methylbenzyl)-2,6-Dioxo-2,3,6,7-Tetrahydro-1H-Purin-8-Yl]Sulfanyl}Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (NMR, IR, MS), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.