CAS No. 652-37-9

Batch: Purity:99.96
Theophylline-7-acetic acid Chemical Structure
Chemical Structure
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Chemical Information

CAS Number 652-37-9
Molecular Formula

C9H10N4O4

Molecular Weight (MW) 238.20
SMILES CN1C2=C(C(=O)N(C1=O)C)N(C=N2)CC(=O)O

Ordering Information

Biological Activity

Theophylline-7-acetic acid is a xanthine chemical derivative that acts as an adenosine receptor antagonist. By blocking adenosine receptor activation, this compound modulates downstream intracellular cAMP signaling pathways. These cellular inhibition mechanisms counter adenosine-mediated physiological responses, ultimately promoting bronchodilator effects and central nervous system stimulant phenotypes characteristic of xanthine-class bioactive therapeutic agents. [1]

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Solubility

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All in vitro solubility values are batch-tested experimental data (non-literature values).
Solvent Solubility & Note
DMSO 47 mg/mL (197.31 mM)
(Moisture-contaminated DMSO may reduce solubility. Use fresh, anhydrous DMSO. The recommended stock concentration is 10 mM in DMSO.)
FAQ
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.