Product Name: 1-Methylxanthine
Other Name: 1-Methyl-3,7-dihydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione; 1-methyl-xanthin; METHYLXANTHINES
CAS No.: 6136-37-4
Chemical Structure:
1-Methylxanthine Application:
1-Methylxanthine is a methylated xanthine derivative belonging to the purine alkaloid family, structurally related to caffeine. It appears as a white crystalline or off-white powder, characterized by its high purity, chemical stability, and excellent solubility in polar solvents. Industrially, 1-Methylxanthine serves as a valuable intermediate and analytical reference material widely used in pharmaceutical, biochemical, and fine chemical applications.
As an important component in xanthine metabolism studies, 1-Methylxanthine is frequently used to investigate enzymatic reactions involving methylxanthine derivatives. It is also a critical material in the synthesis of xanthine-based compounds, including active pharmaceutical intermediates and research-grade reagents. Its defined molecular properties, predictable reactivity, and compatibility with various formulation systems make it a key compound for laboratories, manufacturers, and research institutions focused on nucleoside and purine chemistry. Applications:
Pharmaceutical Intermediate and Biochemical Research
1-Methylxanthine is used as a building block in the synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates related to xanthine derivatives. It supports research in purine metabolism, enzymatic pathways, and structure–activity relationship (SAR) studies, making it valuable for R&D in drug discovery.Analytical Reference and Calibration Material
Owing to its defined purity and molecular stability, 1-Methylxanthine is employed as a reference compound in chromatographic and spectroscopic analysis. It is suitable for HPLC and LC–MS calibration in the quantitative analysis of methylxanthine compounds in biological and synthetic samples.Fine Chemical and Industrial Applications
1-Methylxanthine functions as a specialty intermediate for fine chemicals and biochemical products. Its compatibility with different solvents and stable reactivity profile make it ideal for custom synthesis, research formulations, and industrial process optimization.
1-Methylxanthine Packaging and Shipping:
Packaging: 1kg/ bag, 25kg/ drum or as customer’s required.
Shipping : DHL/ FedEx/ Air shipping/ Ocean shipping
1-Methylxanthine Storage:
Store in Dry and Ventilated place with the Room Temperature, Preserved in Original Tight-Closed containers, Keep Away from Light and Heating.
