CAS No. 22150-76-1
Batch:
Purity:99.98
Chemical Structure
Check the
6-Biopterin
product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.
| CAS Number | 22150-76-1 | |
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| Molecular Formula |
C9H11N5O3 |
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| Molecular Weight (MW) | 237.22 | |
| SMILES | CC(C(C1=CN=C2C(=N1)C(=O)NC(=N2)N)O)O |
6-Biopterin is a naturally occurring pteridine derivative and metabolic intermediate involved in pterin biosynthesis pathways. It functions as an essential growth factor for select insects and microorganisms, integrating into enzymatic networks linked to tetrahydrobiopterin cofactor regulation. Downstream, 6-biopterin influences pigment production, oxidative stress responses, and metabolic homeostasis in various biological systems.
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Batch:
All in vitro solubility values are batch-tested experimental data (non-literature values).
| Solvent | Solubility & Note |
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| DMSO |
1 mg/mL
(4.21 mM)
(Moisture-contaminated DMSO may reduce solubility. Use fresh, anhydrous DMSO.) |
| Water | Insoluble |
| Ethanol | Insoluble |
Q: Why does a DMSO stock precipitate in media/saline?
A: It is caused by unheated aqueous media (supersaturation), local solvent shock, or incorrect mixing sequence.
How to fix it?
- Preheat media/saline to 37°C.
- Mix rapidly (pipette/vortex) upon addition.
- For complex mixes, always add the aqueous phase last.
- Re-dissolve minor precipitates with a 37°C water bath and sonication (≤30 min).
Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.