6-(Methylthio)purine
Also known as: 6-Methylmercaptopurine, 6-methylthiopurine, 6-(methylsulfanyl)-7H-purine, 6-(methylsulfanyl)-9H-purine, 6-(methylthio)-1H-purine, 1H-Purine, 6-(methylthio)-, 6-Methyl MP, S-Methyl-6-mercaptopurine, Sq 8,343, Sq 8343, EINECS 200-057-3, MFCD00005576
6-(Methylthio)purine (CAS 50-66-8) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H6N4S and a molecular weight of 166.20400 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 219-223 °C, a boiling point of 470.2ºC at 760 mmHg and a density of 1.47 g/cm3. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 50-66-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-14934-8
- Molecular Formula
- C6H6N4S
- Molecular Weight
- 166.20400 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 219-223 °C |
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| Boiling Point | 470.2ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.47 g/cm3 |
| Exact Mass | 166.03100 |
| PSA | 79.76000 |
| LogP | 1.07480 |
| Refractive Index | 1.806 |
| Storage Conditions | 2-8°C |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Sugimura H, Takei H. Synthesis of 6-alkylpurine derivatives by nickel-complex-catalyzed coupling reaction of 6-(methylthio) purine derivatives with Grignard reagents. Bulletin of the Chemical Society of Japan, 1985, 58(2): 664-666. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2933990090 |
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| 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 6-(Methylthio)purine?
The CAS number of 6-(Methylthio)purine is 50-66-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 6-(Methylthio)purine?
6-(Methylthio)purine has molecular formula C6H6N4S and molecular weight 166.20400 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 6-(Methylthio)purine?
For 6-(Methylthio)purine, Upstream Products: 6-Chloropurine, Sodium thiomethoxide, Mercaptopurine; Downstream Products: 6-Methylthioinosine, 6-morpholinopurine.
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