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1-Methyluric acid

Also known as: 1-Methyl-2,6,8-trihydroxypurine, 1-Methylurate, 1-Methylharnsaeure, 1-methyl-7,9-dihydro-3H-purine-2,6,8-trione, 1-methyl-8-oxyxanthine, 1MUA, N1-Methyluric acid, Uric acid, 1-methyl-

1-Methyluric acid (CAS 708-79-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H6N4O3 and a molecular weight of 182.13700 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of >325ºC, a boiling point of 315.51°C (rough estimate) and a density of 1.73g/cm3. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.

CAS No.
708-79-2
Jingsj CID
J-1972827-9
Molecular Formula
C6H6N4O3
Molecular Weight
182.13700 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
11/3/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point>325ºC
Boiling Point315.51°C (rough estimate)
Density1.73g/cm3
Exact Mass182.04400
PSA103.51000
Refractive Index1.695
Storage ConditionsRefrigerator

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information[1]. Balasubramanian T, et al. Uric acid or 1-methyl uric acid in the urinary bladder increases serum glucose, insulin, true triglyceride, and total cholesterol levels in Wistar rats. ScientificWorldJournal. 2003 Oct 5;3:930-6.

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 1-Methyluric acid?

The CAS number of 1-Methyluric acid is 708-79-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Methyluric acid?

1-Methyluric acid has molecular formula C6H6N4O3 and molecular weight 182.13700 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1-Methyluric acid?

For 1-Methyluric acid, Upstream Products: 1-Methylxanthine, Urea, 1,3-Dimethyluric acid; Downstream Products: 1,3-Dimethyluric acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "1-Methyluric acid (CAS 708-79-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1972827-9 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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