Xanthurenic acid

黄尿酸

Also known as: 4,8-Dihydroxyquinoline-2-carboxylic acid, 4,8-Dihydroxyquinaldic acid, 4,8-Dihydroxy-2-quinolinecarboxylic acid, 8-Hydroxykynurenic acid, Xanthurenate, Xanthuric acid, 2-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 4,8-dihydroxy-, 2-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 1,4-dihydro-8-hydroxy-4-oxo-, 8-Hydroxy-4-oxo-1,4-dihydroquinoline-2-carboxylic acid

Xanthurenic acid (CAS 59-00-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H7NO4 and a molecular weight of 205.167 g/mol. It is also known as 4,8-Dihydroxyquinoline-2-carboxylic acid, 4,8-Dihydroxyquinaldic acid and 4,8-Dihydroxy-2-quinolinecarboxylic acid. Key properties include a melting point of 297-298 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 514.4±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 264.9±30.1 °C. 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.
59-00-7
Jingsj CID
J-31049-7
Molecular Formula
C10H7NO4
Chinese Name
黄尿酸
Molecular Weight
205.167 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point297-298 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point514.4±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.6±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point264.9±30.1 °C
Exact Mass205.037506
PSA90.65000
LogP2.64
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.779

GHS Safety & Compliance

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

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite mGluR2 mGluR3
Additional Information[1]. Copeland CS, et al. Actions of Xanthurenic acid, a putative endogenous Group II metabotropic glutamate receptor agonist, on sensory transmission in the thalamus. Neuropharmacology. 2013 Mar;66:133-42.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Xanthurenic acid?

The CAS number of Xanthurenic acid is 59-00-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Xanthurenic acid?

Xanthurenic acid has molecular formula C10H7NO4 and molecular weight 205.167 g/mol.

Is Xanthurenic acid hazardous?

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

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