Description

6-Ethylguanine is a purine derivative and a modified nucleobase with significant relevance in biochemical research and pharmaceutical development. This compound serves as a critical building block and reference standard for studying nucleic acid chemistry, enzyme mechanisms, and mutagenesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and chemotherapeutic drugs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel nucleoside-based antiviral and anticancer agents.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and substrate in studies of DNA/RNA repair enzymes, polymerases, and methyltransferases.
• Antiviral Drug Development: Serves as a core scaffold for designing compounds that target viral replication mechanisms.
• Oncology Research: Investigated for its role in the development of purine antimetabolites used in chemotherapy.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Employed in the production of specialized reagents for genetic testing and molecular diagnostics.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for fundamental studies in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Ethylguanine
CAS No.	51866-19-4
Molecular Formula	C7H9N5O
Molecular Weight	179.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-6-ethyl-1,7-dihydro-6H-purin-6-one; 6-Ethyl-2-aminopurine; 6-Ethylguanine; 6-Ethyl-1H-purin-2-amine-6(7H)-one; 2-Amino-6-ethylpurine; Guanine, 6-ethyl-; 6-Ethyl-2-aminopurin-6(1H)-one
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Quality Control

Our 6-Ethylguanine is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for demanding research and development applications. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed HPLC purity data, upon request. Our quality system is designed to meet the rigorous standards expected in pharmaceutical and biochemical supply chains.

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 desiccated conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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