Description

2H-Purine-2,8(3H)-Dione, 7,9-Dihydro-6-Methyl- is a high-purity, specialized purine derivative with the CAS number 859954-66-8. This compound serves as a critical building block and intermediate in advanced pharmaceutical research and fine chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D teams and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and agrochemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other purine-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway research, and as a scaffold for probing biological targets.
• Agrochemical Development: Intermediate for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that leverage the purine structure.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Building block for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing.
• Academic & Institutional R&D: Utilized in university and government laboratories for fundamental chemistry and medicinal chemistry projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	2H-Purine-2,8(3H)-Dione, 7,9-Dihydro-6-Methyl-
CAS No.	859954-66-8
Molecular Formula	C6H6N4O2
Molecular Weight	166.14 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methyl-7,9-dihydro-2H-purine-2,8(3H)-dione; 6-Methyl-7,9-dihydro-1H-purine-2,8-dione; 6-Methylxanthine; 6-Methyl-3,7-dihydro-1H-purine-2,8-dione; 6-Methyl-1H-purine-2,8-dione, 7,9-dihydro-; 6-Methyl-7,9-dihydro-1H-purine-2,8-dione; 6-Methyl-7,9-dihydro-2H-purine-2,8-dione; 6-Methyl-7,9-dihydro-2H-purine-2,8(3H)-dione
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Quality Control

Our 2H-Purine-2,8(3H)-Dione, 7,9-Dihydro-6-Methyl- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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 incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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