Xanthine

Xanthine is a catabolic product of purine nucleotide metabolism. It is degraded by xanthine oxidase to uric acid. Natural sources of xanthine or its derivatives include animal organs, yeast, potatoes, coffee beans, and tea.2 Xanthine and xanthine oxidase are used to generate superoxide radicals used to measure the activity of superoxide dismutase.

Molecular Weight: 152.11
Molecular Formula: C5H4N4O2
Purity: ≥99.5% (HPLC)
Hazmat Shipping: Non-hazardous
Storage: RT
Solubility: 1 M NaOH: soluble 50 mg/mL
Appearance Form: Solid
Appearance Color: Colorless to faint yellow
Melting Point: 300 °C (572 °F)
EC No.: 200-718-6
Brand Name: bioPLUS™