Description

1-Propyl-3-Butyl-8-Methylxanthine is a specialized xanthine derivative with a unique alkyl substitution pattern. This compound is valued for its role as a potent and selective phosphodiesterase (PDE) inhibitor, offering distinct biochemical properties for research and development. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical researchers, agrochemical developers, and biochemical manufacturers focused on creating novel therapeutic agents and studying cellular signaling pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a key intermediate or active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) in the synthesis of novel PDE inhibitors for potential therapeutic applications.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a selective tool compound in enzymatic studies to investigate the role of specific phosphodiesterase isoforms in cellular processes.
• Agrochemical Development: Acts as a precursor or model compound in the research of new plant growth regulators or pesticides that target specific enzymatic pathways.
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional labs for fundamental studies in medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, and signal transduction.
• Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1-Propyl-3-Butyl-8-Methylxanthine
CAS No.	81250-24-0
Molecular Formula	C13H20N4O2
Molecular Weight	264.33 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Methyl-1-propyl-3-butylxanthine; 3-Butyl-1-propyl-8-methylxanthine; 1-Propyl-3-butyl-8-methyl-3,7-dihydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione; PBX; PDE Inhibitor (unspecified); Xanthine derivative, 1-propyl-3-butyl-8-methyl-; 8-Methyl-PBX
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Quality Control

Our 1-Propyl-3-Butyl-8-Methylxanthine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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