Description

Pterin-6-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity biochemical building block and a key derivative of the pterin family. This compound is essential for research and development in advanced life sciences and pharmaceutical chemistry due to its role as a precursor for folate analogs and other biologically active molecules. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in pharmaceutical development, biochemical synthesis, and academic research institutions.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of folate analogs and other therapeutic agents.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental building block for novel compound libraries in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: Employed in the formulation of specialized assays and diagnostic kits.
• Reference Standard: Provides a high-purity standard for quality control and analytical method development in laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pterin-6-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	948-60-7
Molecular Formula	C9H7N5O3
Molecular Weight	233.19 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Carboxypterin; 2-Amino-4-oxo-3,4-dihydropteridine-6-carboxylic acid; Pterin-6-carboxylic acid; 6-Pteridinecarboxylic acid, 2-amino-4-oxo-1,4-dihydro-; 2-Amino-4-hydroxypteridine-6-carboxylic acid; 2-Amino-4-oxo-1,4-dihydro-6-pteridinecarboxylic acid; 6-CP; PCA
EINECS	213-438-1

Quality Control

Our Pterin-6-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

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

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