Description

2-Amino-4-Hydroxy-6,7-Dimethyl-5,6,7,8-Tetrahydropteridine is a high-purity, heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the pteridine class, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is essential for research and development in life sciences, where its unique structure enables the creation of novel molecules. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams, agrochemical innovators, and academic research institutions focused on biochemistry and medicinal chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of specialized pteridine-based drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and a core scaffold in studies of enzyme inhibitors, folate metabolism, and cellular signaling pathways.
• Agrochemical Development: Serves as a building block for creating novel crop protection agents and plant growth regulators.
• Diagnostic Reagent Synthesis: Employed in the development of chemical reagents and probes for diagnostic assays and analytical testing.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental material for exploring new chemical entities and conducting structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-4-Hydroxy-6,7-Dimethyl-5,6,7,8-Tetrahydropteridine
CAS No.	611-54-1
Molecular Formula	C8H13N5O
Molecular Weight	195.22 g/mol
Synonyms	6,7-Dimethyl-5,6,7,8-tetrahydropterin; 2-Amino-4-hydroxy-6,7-dimethyl-5,6,7,8-tetrahydropteridine; 6,7-Dimethyltetrahydropterin; DMPH4; 2-Amino-6,7-dimethyl-4-hydroxy-5,6,7,8-tetrahydropteridine; NSC 163048; 6,7-Dimethyl-5,6,7,8-tetrahydropterin-2,4-diol (tautomeric form)
EINECS	210-257-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-4-Hydroxy-6,7-Dimethyl-5,6,7,8-Tetrahydropteridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept sealed and under appropriate conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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