8-Methylxanthine
Also known as: 1H-Purine-2,6-dione,3,9-dihydro-8-methyl-, 2,6-Dihydroxy-8-methylpurine, 3,7-dihydro-8-methyl-1H-purine-2,6-dione, 8-Methyl-3,7-dihydro-purin-2,6-dion, 8-Methyl-xanthin, 8-methyl xanthine, 8-methyl-3,7(9)-dihydro-purine-2,6-dione, 8-methyl-3,7-dihydropurine-2,6-dione, 8-methyl-9h-purine-2,6-diol, 8-methylxantine
8-Methylxanthine (CAS 17338-96-4) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H6N4O2 and a molecular weight of 166.13700 g/mol. Key property: a density of 1.522g/cm3. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 17338-96-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-1316135-8
- Molecular Formula
- C6H6N4O2
- Molecular Weight
- 166.13700 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Density | 1.522g/cm3 |
|---|---|
| Exact Mass | 166.04900 |
| PSA | 94.40000 |
| Refractive Index | 1.882 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2933990090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2933990090. heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 8-Methylxanthine?
The CAS number of 8-Methylxanthine is 17338-96-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 8-Methylxanthine?
8-Methylxanthine has molecular formula C6H6N4O2 and molecular weight 166.13700 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 8-Methylxanthine?
For 8-Methylxanthine, Downstream Products: 1,3,7,8-Tetramethylxanthine, Murexide, 2,6-Dichloro-8-methyl-9H-purine.
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