Description

Pterine-6-Carboxylic Acid Sodium is the sodium salt derivative of a pteridine-based carboxylic acid, a compound of significant interest in biochemical research and synthesis. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its role in the development of specialized molecules, including potential enzyme inhibitors and nucleotide analogs. It is primarily sought by research institutions and pharmaceutical development companies engaged in advanced organic synthesis and metabolic pathway studies.

Application

• Biochemical Research Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing complex pteridine derivatives and analogs for biological activity screening.
• Enzyme Inhibition Studies: Used in the research and development of potential inhibitors for enzymes like dihydrofolate reductase (DHFR).
• Nucleotide Analog Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the creation of modified nucleosides and nucleotides for antiviral or anticancer research.
• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control and method development for related active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes to study folate metabolism and related cellular processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pterine-6-Carboxylic Acid Sodium
CAS No.	7674-48-8
Molecular Formula	C7H4N4NaO2
Molecular Weight	199.13 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Carboxypterin Sodium Salt; Sodium Pteridine-6-carboxylate; Pteridine-6-carboxylic Acid Sodium Salt; 2-Amino-4-oxo-3,4-dihydropteridine-6-carboxylic Acid Sodium Salt; 2-Amino-4-hydroxypteridine-6-carboxylic Acid Sodium Salt; NSC 52907; Pterin-6-carboxylic Acid Sodium Salt
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Quality Control

Our Pterine-6-Carboxylic Acid Sodium is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange-yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.