CAS 4349-41-1

5-Methyl Tetrahedropteroic Acid (Mixture of DiastereoMers)

Description:

5-Methyl Tetrahydropteroic Acid, with the CAS number 4349-41-1, is a pteridine derivative that plays a significant role in the biosynthesis of folate and related compounds. This compound exists as a mixture of diastereomers, which are stereoisomers that are not mirror images of each other, leading to variations in their physical and chemical properties. Typically, it is a white to off-white solid that is soluble in water and exhibits stability under standard conditions. The presence of the methyl group at the 5-position of the tetrahydropteroic acid structure contributes to its biological activity, particularly in the context of microbial metabolism and potential applications in pharmaceuticals. Its role in the folate synthesis pathway makes it relevant in studies related to cell growth and development, as well as in the understanding of certain metabolic disorders. As with many biochemical compounds, handling should be done with care, considering its potential biological effects.

Formula: C₁₅H₁₈N₆O₃

Synonyms:

• Benzoic acid, 4-[[(2-amino-3,4,5,6,7,8-hexahydro-5-methyl-4-oxo-6-pteridinyl)methyl]amino]-
• (Mixture of DiastereoMers)
• Folinic Acid Impurity 1
• 5-Methyl Tetrahedropteroic Acid
• 5-Methyltetrahydropteroic acid
• Folic Acid Impurity 31
• Folinic Acid Impurity 8

Folinic Acid Impurity 8

CAS: 4349-41-1

Formula: C₁₅H₁₈N₆O₃

Color and Shape: Pale Yellow Solid

Molecular weight: 330.35

Ref: 4Z-F-068019

5-Methyltetrahydropteroic Acid

Controlled Product

CAS: 4349-41-1

Formula: C₁₅H₁₈N₆O₃

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 330.342

Ref: TR-M545050

rac-5-Methyl Tetrahydropteroic Acid Sodium Salt

Controlled Product

CAS: 4349-41-1

Stability Light Sensitive
Applications 5-Methyl Tetrahedropteroic Acid is an impurity of Levomefolate (L375720), the natural form of folic acid.
References Guest, J. R., et al.: Biochem. J., 97, 500 (1965); Whiteley, J.M., et al.: Biochem. Biophy. Res. Comm., 101, 1259 (1981);

Formula: C₁₅H₁₇N₆NaO₃

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 352.32

Ref: TR-M326735

5-Methyl Tetrahydropteroic Acid

CAS: 4349-41-1

Formula: C₁₅H₂₀N₆O₃

Molecular weight: 332.35

Ref: ST-EA-CP-F5011