Pterin-6-carboxylic acid
Pterin-6-carboxylic acid serves as a precursor for the formation of folate, which plays a critical role in cell growth, development, and repair. Pterine-6-carboxylic acid has been studied for its potential as a fluorescent dye[1][2].
Product Specifications
CAS Number
948-60-7
UNSPSC
12352005
Hazard Statement
H302
Target
Biochemical Assay Reagents
Type
Reference compound
Related Pathways
Others
Field of Research
Others
Assay Protocol
https://www.medchemexpress.com/pterin-6-carboxylic-acid.html
Purity
99.54
Solubility
DMSO : 1.92 mg/mL (ultrasonic; adjust pH to 7 with 1 M HCl)
Smiles
O=C(C1=CN=C2N=C(N)NC(C2=N1)=O)O
Molecular Formula
C7H5N5O3
Molecular Weight
207.15
Precautions
H302
References & Citations
[1]Oluwasegun Modupe, et al. A spectrophotometric method for determining the amount of folic acid in fortified salt. J Agric Food Res. 2020 Dec:2:100060.|[2]Bo-Tao Zhang, et al. Determination of folic acid by chemiluminescence based on peroxomonosulfate-cobalt (II) system. Talanta. 2008 Feb 15;74 (5) :1154-9.
Shipping Conditions
Room Temperature
Storage Conditions
4°C (Powder, protect from light)
Scientific Category
Reference compound1
Clinical Information
No Development Reported
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