CAS 119-44-8: xanthopterin

Description: Xanthopterin is a naturally occurring pteridine derivative, characterized by its yellow color, which is evident in its name derived from the Greek word "xanthos," meaning yellow. It has a molecular formula of C7H6N4O2 and features a bicyclic structure that includes a pyrimidine and a pteridine ring. Xanthopterin is soluble in water and exhibits a strong absorption in the ultraviolet region, making it useful in various biochemical applications. It plays a role in the biosynthesis of folic acid and is involved in the metabolic pathways of certain organisms. Additionally, xanthopterin is found in various biological systems, including insects, where it contributes to pigmentation. Its presence can also be detected in some plants and microorganisms. Due to its biological significance, xanthopterin has been studied for its potential antioxidant properties and its role in cellular processes. Overall, xanthopterin is an important compound in biochemistry, with implications in both physiological functions and potential therapeutic applications.

Formula: C₆H₃N₅O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C6H5N5O2/c7-6-10-4-3(5(13)11-6)9-2(12)1-8-4/h1H,(H,9,12)(H3,7,8,10,11,13)

InChI key: InChIKey=VURKRJGMSKJIQX-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: O=C1N=C(N)NC=2N=CC(=O)NC12

Synonyms:

• 2-Amino-1,5-Dihydropteridine-4,6-Dione
• 2-Amino-3,4,5,6-tetrahydropteridine-4,6-dione
• 2-Amino-3,5-dihydro-4,6-pteridinedione
• 2-Amino-4,6(3H,5H)-pteridinedione
• 2-Amino-4,6-Dihydroxypteridine
• 2-Amino-4,6-dihydroxypyrimido[4,5-b]pyrazine
• 2-Aminopteridine-4,6-diol
• 2-aminopteridine-4(3H),6(5H)-dione
• 4(1H)-Pteridinone, 2,3-dihydro-6-hydroxy-2-imino-
• 4,6-Pteridinediol, 2-amino-
• 4,6-Pteridinedione, 2-amino-1,5-dihydro-
• 4,6-Pteridinedione, 2-amino-3,5-dihydro-
• 6-Hydroxy-2-amino-4-hydroxypteridine
• NSC 41836
• NSC 91557

Xanthopterin

CAS: 119-44-8

Xanthopterin could inhibit the growth of lymphocytes produced by concanavalin.

• Formula: C₆H₅N₅O₂
• Purity: 98%
• Color and Shape: Solid
• Molecular weight: 179.14

2-Amino-1,5-dihydropteridine-4,6-dione

CAS: 119-44-8

2-Amino-1,5-dithiopteridine-4,6-dione is a metabolite of the pyrimidine nucleoside thymidine. It has been shown to have …

• Formula: C₆H₅N₅O₂
• Color and Shape: Powder
• Molecular weight: 179.14 g/mol