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Pterin

Also known as: 2-Aminopteridin-4(1H)-one, 2-Amino-4-hydroxypteridine, 2-Amino-4(1H)-pteridinone, 2-Aminopteridin-4(3H)-one, 2-Amino-4-oxodihydropteridine, 2-Aminopteridin-4-ol, 2-Amino-1H-pteridin-4-one, 2-Amino-4(3H)-pteridinone, 2-Amino-4-oxo-3H-pteridine, 2-Amino-4-pteridinol, 4-Oxopterin, Pterine, Pteridoxamine, NSC 11540, NSC 18696

Pterin (CAS 2236-60-4) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H5N5O and a molecular weight of 163.13700 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 300 °C, a boiling point of 424.7ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.91g/cm3 and a flash point of 210.7ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
2236-60-4
Jingsj CID
J-1412596-8
Molecular Formula
C6H5N5O
Molecular Weight
163.13700 g/mol
Category
Organic Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point300 °C
Boiling Point424.7ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.91g/cm3
Flash Point210.7ºC
Exact Mass163.04900
PSA97.55000
Refractive Index1.917

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933990090
Summary2933990090. 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 Pterin?

The CAS number of Pterin is 2236-60-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Pterin?

Pterin has molecular formula C6H5N5O and molecular weight 163.13700 g/mol.

Is Pterin hazardous?

Pterin has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Pterin?

For Pterin, Upstream Products: 2,4,5-Triamino-6-hydroxypyrimidine sulfate; Downstream Products: Lumazine.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Pterin (CAS 2236-60-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1412596-8 (accessed 2026-11-07).

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