Description

Protheobromine CAS NO 50-39-5 is a purine alkaloid derivative, structurally related to caffeine and theobromine. This compound is of significant interest in pharmaceutical research and development due to its potential biological activity. It serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and reference standard for analytical purposes. Key industries that utilize this product include pharmaceutical R&D, academic research laboratories, and fine chemical synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents and for studying structure-activity relationships (SAR) of purine-based compounds.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity standard for quality control (QC) and method validation in HPLC, LC-MS, and other analytical techniques.
• Biochemical Studies: Employed in enzymatic and receptor-binding assays to investigate its interaction with biological targets related to its parent compounds.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a specialized building block for creating more complex molecules in medicinal chemistry and organic synthesis projects.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in universities and corporate R&D departments for exploratory research into new applications and derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Protheobromine
CAS No.	50-39-5
Molecular Formula	C7H8N4O2
Molecular Weight	180.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1,7-Dimethylxanthine; Paraxanthine; 1,7-Dimethyl-3,7-dihydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione; 1,7-Dimethyl-2,6-dioxopurine; 3,7-Dihydro-1,7-dimethyl-1H-purine-2,6-dione; 1-Methyl-7-methylxanthine; NSC 752
EINECS	200-028-8

Quality Control

Our Protheobromine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with the agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Single Unknown Impurity	≤ 0.5%

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