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3-Methyladenine

Also known as: 3-MA, 6-Amino-3-methylpurine, N3-Methyladenine, 3-Methyl-3H-purin-6-amine, Adenine, 3-methyl-

3-Methyladenine (CAS 5142-23-4) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H7N5 and a molecular weight of 149.153 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -300ºC (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 240.1±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 99.0±30.1 °C. It is listed by 1 supplier, from 13.00 to 20.00 CNY. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
5142-23-4
Jingsj CID
J-1097217-7
Molecular Formula
C6H7N5
Molecular Weight
149.153 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-300ºC (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point240.1±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.6±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point99.0±30.1 °C
Exact Mass149.070145
PSA69.62000
LogP-2.36
AppearancePowder | White
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.807

Activity & Biological Data

TargetPtdIns3Kγ:60 μM (IC50, Cell Assay) Vps34:25 μM (IC50, Cell Assay) Human Endogenous Metabolite Autophagy Mitophagy
Additional Information[1]. Miller S, et al. Finding a fitting shoe for Cinderella: searching for an autophagy inhibitor. Autophagy. 2010 Aug;6(6):805-807. [2]. Hou H, et al. Inhibitors of phosphatidylinositol 3'-kinases promote mitotic cell death in HeLa cells. PLoS One. 2012;7(4):e35665. [3]. Wang X, et al. Acanthopanax versus 3-Methyladenine Ameliorates Sodium Taurocholate-Induced Severe Acute Pancreatitis by Inhibiting the Autophagic Pathway in Rats. Mediators Inflamm. 2016;2016:8369704. [4]. Meng Li, et al. Alda-1 Ameliorates Liver Ischemia-Reperfusion Injury by Activating Aldehyde Dehydrogenase 2 and Enhancing Autophagy in Mice. J Immunol Res. 7 August 2018.

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 3-Methyladenine?

The CAS number of 3-Methyladenine is 5142-23-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methyladenine?

3-Methyladenine has molecular formula C6H7N5 and molecular weight 149.153 g/mol.

Which suppliers offer 3-Methyladenine?

1 supplier(s) listed; reference unit price ¥13.00–20.00 /g.

Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "3-Methyladenine (CAS 5142-23-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1097217-7 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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