Compound Q&A
How is 9-Methyl-9H-purin-6-amine (CAS: 700-00-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
9-Methyl-9H-purin-6-amine can be synthesized via a multi-step reaction starting from 6-amino-9H-purine. The process involves amination of 6-amino-9H-purine with methylamine under basic conditions. The reaction is carried out in an aqueous solution with sodium hydroxide as a catalyst. The yield is typically around 80-90%, and the purity of the product can be improved by recrystallization.
About
CAS No
700-00-5
English Name
9-Methyl-9H-purin-6-amine
Molecular Formula
C6H7N5
Molecular Weight
149.16 g/mol
SMILES
CN1C=NC2=C(N=CN=C21)N
InChIKey
WRXCXOUDSPTXNX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-19 20:29
