1,7-Dihydro-2-Methyl-6H-Purin-6-One

1,7-Dihydro-2-Methyl-6H-Purin-6-One - Names and Identifiers

Name	2-Methyl-6-hydroxypurine
Synonyms	2-METHYLHYPOXANTHINE 2-Methyl-6-hydroxypurine 6-HYDROXY-2-METHYLPURINE 2-Methyl-3H-purin-6(7H)-one 1,7-Dihydro-2-methyl-6-purinone 1,7-DIHYDRO-2-METHYL-6-PURINONE 2-methyl-3,7-dihydro-6H-purin-6-one 1,7-Dihydro-2-Methyl-6H-Purin-6-One 6H-Purin-6-one, 1,7-dihydro-2-methyl- 6H-Purin-6-one, 1,7-dihydro-2-methyl- (9CI)
CAS	5167-18-0
InChI	InChI=1/C6H6N4O/c1-3-9-5-4(6(11)10-3)7-2-8-5/h2H,1H3,(H2,7,8,9,10,11)

1,7-Dihydro-2-Methyl-6H-Purin-6-One - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C6H6N4O
Molar Mass	150.14
Density	1.721g/cm³
Storage Condition	Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
Refractive Index	1.82

1,7-Dihydro-2-Methyl-6H-Purin-6-One - Introduction

2-Methyl-6-hydroxyurine, chemical formula C6H6N4O, is a purine compound. The following is a description of its nature, use, formulation and safety information:

Nature:
-Appearance: 2-Methyl-6-hydroxyurine is colorless crystal or white powder.
-Solubility: Soluble in water and most organic solvents, such as alcohols and ketones.
-Melting point: about 275-277°C.

Use:
-Cosmetics: 2-Methyl-6-hydroxyurine can be used as an ingredient in cosmetics for skin care products such as anti-aging, whitening and antioxidants.
-Drug: The compound also has some potential applications in the medical field, such as the study of anti-cancer, antiviral and antioxidant properties.

Preparation Method:
2-Methyl-6-hydroxyurine can be obtained by the following synthesis method:
-Chemical modification from purine compounds to introduce methyl and hydroxyl groups through methylation and hydroxylation reactions.

Safety Information:
-2-Methyl-6-hydroxyurine has low toxicity and irritation, and is generally considered to be a relatively safe compound.
-This compound has not been assessed as a carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer, the IARC.
-However, it is still recommended to follow appropriate safety operation and protective measures during use.
-Avoid inhalation of dust and contact with skin during handling, and wear appropriate personal protective equipment when necessary.

Last Update：2024-04-09 15:17:58