1-Methylxanthine, CAS 6136-37-4

Product Description: 1-Methylxanthine, a caffeine derivative, is an essential human urinary metabolite of caffeine and theophylline (1,3-dimethylxanthine, TP)[1]. 1-Methylxanthine enhances the radiosensitivity of tumor cells[2].

Applications: Cancer-programmed cell death

Formula: C6H6N4O2

References: [1]Algharrawi KH, et al. Direct conversion of theophylline to 3-methylxanthine by metabolically engineered E. coli. Microb Cell Fact. 2015 Dec 21;14:203./[2]Youn H, et al. 1-Methylxanthine enhances the radiosensitivity of tumor cells. Int J Radiat Biol. 2009 Feb;85(2):167-74.

CAS Number: 6136-37-4

Molecular Weight: 166.14

Compound Purity: 98.94

Research Area: Cancer

Solubility: DMSO : 10 mg/mL (ultrasonic;warming;heat to 60°C)

Target: Drug Metabolite;Endogenous Metabolite

• SKU: MEXHY-W008449-50
• Manufacturer: MedChemExpress
• Manufacturer SKU: HY-W008449-50
• Green Labware: No
• Package Unit: 50 mg
• Quantity Unit: STK