Compound Q&A
What is Xanthine (CAS: 69-89-6)?
Answer
Xanthine is a purine alkaloid with the chemical formula C5H4N4O2. It is a white crystalline powder that is soluble in water and ethanol. Xanthine is known for its stimulant properties and serves as a precursor to other xanthine derivatives such as caffeine and theophylline. It has a molecular weight of 136.12 g/mol and is commonly used in biochemical research due to its role in metabolic pathways.
About
CAS No
69-89-6
English Name
Xanthine
Molecular Formula
C5H4N4O2
Molecular Weight
152.11 g/mol
SMILES
O=c1[nH]c(=O)c2nc[nH]c2[nH]1
InChIKey
LRFVTYWOQMYALW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
