2-Amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)pteridin-4(1H)-one

Name: 2-Amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)pteridin-4(1H)-one
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-031824

About 2-Amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)pteridin-4(1H)-one

Listed under CAS 712-29-8, 2-Amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)pteridin-4(1H)-one is a metabolite or degradation product of Folic Acid available from Vaqora Chemicals. The compound has the formula C7H7N5O2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 193.16 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)-3H-pteridin-4-one. Alternative names: 6-Hydroxymethylpterin and 6-(Hydroxymethyl)pterin.

The product is provided as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is used in metabolite identification, stability-indicating method development and impurity profiling of Folic Acid, as well as in QC testing and ANDA/DMF documentation. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Metabolite identification
Stability-indicating methods
Impurity profiling

Industries

Related to Folic Acid

View every impurity, metabolite and intermediate we list for Folic Acid.

Folic Acid impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)pteridin-4(1H)-one
Catalogue No.	VQ-031824
CAS Number	712-29-8
IUPAC name	2-amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)-3H-pteridin-4-one
Molecular formula	C₇H₇N₅O₂
Molecular weight	193.16 g/mol
Exact mass	193.06
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	XGWIBNWDLMIPNF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=C(N=C2C(=O)NC(=NC2=N1)N)CO
PubChem CID	135415975

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	-2.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 5
TPSA	113 Å²
Synonyms	6-Hydroxymethylpterin, 6-(Hydroxymethyl)pterin, Pterin-6-methanol, Rana-pterin 3, 2-Amino-4-hydroxy-6-hydroxymethyl-pteridine, 4(3H)-Pteridinone, 2-amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)-, 2-amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)-4(1H)-pteridinone, 2-amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)pteridin-4-ol, Ranachrome 3, 4(1H)-Pteridinone, 2-amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)-, 2-Amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)-4(3H)-pteridinone, 2-amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)pteridin-4(3H)-one

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)pteridin-4(1H)-one?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)pteridin-4(1H)-one is 712-29-8. It is also known as 6-Hydroxymethylpterin, 6-(Hydroxymethyl)pterin, Pterin-6-methanol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)pteridin-4(1H)-one?

2-Amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)pteridin-4(1H)-one has the molecular formula C7H7N5O2 and a molecular weight of 193.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)-3H-pteridin-4-one.

What is 2-Amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)pteridin-4(1H)-one used for?

2-Amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)pteridin-4(1H)-one is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Folic Acid. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)pteridin-4(1H)-one can I order?

We supply 2-Amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)pteridin-4(1H)-one in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)pteridin-4(1H)-one?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)pteridin-4(1H)-one is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 2-Amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)pteridin-4(1H)-one be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)pteridin-4(1H)-one is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.