53947-89-0

Basic information

• Product Name: Apterin
• Synonyms: Apterin;(8S,9R)-8-[1-(beta-D-Glucopyranosyloxy)-1-methylethyl]-8,9-dihydro-9-hydroxy-2H-furo[2,3-h]-1-benzopyran-2-one
• CAS NO: 53947-89-0
• Molecular Formula: C₂₀H₂₄O₁₀
• Molecular Weight: 424.39856
• Mol File: 53947-89-0.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

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• CAS DataBase Reference: Apterin(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: Apterin(53947-89-0)
• EPA Substance Registry System: Apterin(53947-89-0)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 53947-89-0(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

Apterin is a chemical compound that is used as a precursor in the synthesis of a variety of drugs, including antihistamines and antimalarial agents. It is a heterocyclic compound that contains a pyrimidine ring, and its structure allows for the modification of its functional groups to produce different pharmaceutical compounds. Apterin has also been studied for its potential as a photodynamic therapy agent for the treatment of cancer, due to its ability to generate reactive oxygen species when exposed to light. Additionally, it has been investigated for its antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, making it a versatile and important chemical in the development of various pharmaceutical and therapeutic agents.

Downstream Products

• 1760-27-6 oroselone 
• 26992-52-9 cis-8,9-dihydro-9-hydroxy-8-(1-hydroxy-1-methylethyl)-2H-furo[2,3-h]-1-benzopyran-2-one