Description

8-Nitroxanthine is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a crucial intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its nitro-substituted xanthine core structure makes it a valuable precursor for developing novel pharmaceuticals and bioactive molecules. This high-purity intermediate is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for the development of new therapeutic agents and high-value specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential adenosine receptor antagonists and other purine-based drug candidates.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and precursor in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme inhibition research.
• Agrochemical Development: Serves as an intermediate in the research and synthesis of novel herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds for various industrial applications.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for organic chemistry methodology development and mechanistic studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Nitroxanthine
CAS No.	80106-09-8
Molecular Formula	C5H3N5O3
Molecular Weight	181.11 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Nitro-1H-purine-2,6-dione; 8-Nitrohypoxanthine; 8-Nitro-1H-purine-2,6(3H,7H)-dione; 8-Nitro-3,7-dihydropurine-2,6-dione; 8-Nitro-1H,3H,7H-purine-2,6-dione; 8-Nitroxanthine; 8-Nitro-1H-purine-2,6-dione; 8-Nitro-3,7-dihydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione
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Quality Control

Our 8-Nitroxanthine is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC for purity determination, identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, and residual solvent analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with customer specifications and relevant industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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