Compound Q&A
How is 6-(Methylamino)purine (CAS: 443-72-1) typically synthesized?
Answer
6-(Methylamino)purine can be synthesized via the Strecker synthesis, where aminoacetonitrile is reacted with formaldehyde and hydrocyanic acid, followed by treatment with sodium methoxide. Other methods involve the use of methylamine in the presence of purine, yielding the target compound with good selectivity and yield.
About
CAS No
443-72-1
English Name
6-(Methylamino)purine
Molecular Formula
C6H7N5
Molecular Weight
149.16 g/mol
SMILES
CNC1=NC=NC2=C1NC=N2
InChIKey
CKOMXBHMKXXTNW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-31 17:33
