Alloxan

Name:
Alloxan
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	mesoxalylurea
M Formula:	C4H2O4N2·H2O and 4H2O
Properties:
White crystals, become pink on exposure to air; colorless aqueous solution which imparts pink color to skin. Mp 170C (decomposes) (various melting points in literature). Soluble in water and alcohol.
Derivation:
Oxidation of uric acid in acid solution.
Use:
Biochemical research, cosmetics, organic synthesis.