Description

1H-Purine-2,6,8(3H)-Trione, 1-Methyl-, Radical Ion(1-) (9Ci) is a specialized purine derivative of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis and research. This compound serves as a crucial intermediate or precursor for developing novel materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought by researchers and process development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for its unique reactive properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel purine-based drug candidates, including potential antiviral or anticancer agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, pesticides, or plant growth regulators that leverage the purine scaffold.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a probe or substrate in enzymatic studies related to nucleotide metabolism and radical chemistry.
• Material Science: Potential precursor for the synthesis of organic electronic materials or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its radical ion character.
• Organic Synthesis: Valuable intermediate for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds through radical or nucleophilic substitution reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Purine-2,6,8(3H)-Trione, 1-Methyl-, Radical Ion(1-) (9Ci)
CAS No.	536756-17-9
Molecular Formula	C6H5N4O3•-
Molecular Weight	181.13 g/mol (for the radical anion)
Synonyms	1-Methylxanthine Radical Anion; 1-Methyl-2,6,8-trioxopurine-9-ide; 1-Methyluric Acid Radical Ion; 1-Methyl-1H-purine-2,6,8(3H)-trione radical anion; 1-Methylxanthine Anion Radical; 1-Methyl-2,6,8-trihydroxypurine Radical Anion; 1-Methylhypoxanthine Derivative Radical
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Quality Control

Our production of this advanced intermediate adheres to strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity suitable for research and development. Identity and purity are confirmed via advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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 material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere when appropriate to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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