24391-36-4

Basic information

• Product Name: 6-(dimethylamino)-3,5-dihydro-2H-purin-2-one
• CAS NO: 24391-36-4
• Molecular Formula: C₇H₉N₅O
• Molecular Weight: 179.1793
• Mol File: 24391-36-4.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Density: 1.58g/cm³
• Refractive Index: 1.753
• CAS DataBase Reference: 6-(dimethylamino)-3,5-dihydro-2H-purin-2-one(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 6-(dimethylamino)-3,5-dihydro-2H-purin-2-one(24391-36-4)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 6-(dimethylamino)-3,5-dihydro-2H-purin-2-one(24391-36-4)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 24391-36-4(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

6-(dimethylamino)-3,5-dihydro-2H-purin-2-one, also known as Xanthine, is a chemical compound belonging to the purine group. It is a crystalline compound with a bitter taste and is found naturally in various plants, coffee, tea, and cocoa. Xanthine is a precursor to uric acid in the body and acts as a stimulant to the central nervous system. It also has diuretic and smooth muscle relaxant properties. Xanthine is commonly used in pharmaceuticals for its bronchodilator effects and as a mild stimulant. It is also used as a research tool to study the metabolism and action of purines in the body.