7-Methylxanthine
Also known as: Heteroxanthine, NSC 7861, 2,6-Dihydroxy-7-methylpurine, 3,7-dihydro-7-methyl-1H-purine-2,6-dione, 7-methyl-3,7-dihydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione, 7-Methyl-1H-purine-2,6(3H,7H)-dione, 7-methyl-3H-purine-2,6-dione
7-Methylxanthine (CAS 552-62-5) 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 166.137 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 300ºC and a density of 1.8±0.1 g/cm3. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 552-62-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-45205-6
- Molecular Formula
- C6H6N4O2
- Molecular Weight
- 166.137 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 300ºC |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.8±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Exact Mass | 166.049072 |
| PSA | 83.54000 |
| LogP | -0.89 |
| Refractive Index | 1.827 |
| Additional Property | Soluble in dimethyl sulfoxide. Insoluble in water. |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Caubet MS, et al. Determination of urinary 13C-caffeine metabolites by liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry: the use of metabolic ratios to assess CYP1A2 activity. J Pharm Biomed Anal. 2004 Feb 4;34(2):379-89. |
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 7-Methylxanthine?
The CAS number of 7-Methylxanthine is 552-62-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 7-Methylxanthine?
7-Methylxanthine has molecular formula C6H6N4O2 and molecular weight 166.137 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 7-Methylxanthine?
For 7-Methylxanthine, Upstream Products: 6-Amino-1-benzyl-5-methylaminouracil, 2,6-Dichloro-7-methylpurine, 6-chloro-7-methyl-7H-purine; Downstream Products: Ammonia, Urea, Methylurea.
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