Description

3-(6-Sulfanylidene-3H-Purin-9-Yl)Propanoic Acid is a purine derivative with a carboxylic acid functional group, offering a versatile scaffold for chemical synthesis and biological research. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the development of novel pharmaceutical agents and biochemical tools. It is primarily sought by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in medicinal chemistry, particularly for the synthesis of nucleoside analogs and enzyme inhibitors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of potential therapeutic agents, including antiviral and anticancer compounds.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies related to purine metabolism and signaling pathways.
• Nucleoside Analog Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for modified nucleosides with altered biological activity for research applications.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the development of probes to study protein-ligand interactions and cellular processes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in discovery chemistry programs for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(6-Sulfanylidene-3H-Purin-9-Yl)Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	4367-64-0
Molecular Formula	C8H8N4O2S
Molecular Weight	224.24 g/mol
Synonyms	9-(2-Carboxyethyl)-6-mercaptopurine; 6-Mercapto-9-(2-carboxyethyl)purine; 3-(6-Mercapto-9H-purin-9-yl)propanoic acid; 9-(2-Carboxyethyl)-6-thiopurine; 6-Thio-9-(2-carboxyethyl)purine; NSC 113928; 3-(6-Thioxo-1,6-dihydro-9H-purin-9-yl)propanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-(6-Sulfanylidene-3H-Purin-9-Yl)Propanoic Acid adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the exacting standards required for pharmaceutical R&D and advanced chemical synthesis.

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 compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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