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Adenosine triphosphate

IUPAC: [[(2R,3S,4R,5R)-5-(6-aminopurin-9-yl)-3,4-dihydroxyoxolan-2-yl]methoxy-hydroxyphosphoryl] phosphono hydrogen phosphate

C10H16N5O13P3 Organic Compounds CAS 56-65-5
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Formula / NotationC10H16N5O13P3
CAS Number56-65-5
Molecular Weight507.18
Solubility1000.0 mg/mL; 862 mg/mL (magnesium salt)
AppearanceSolid
Also Known As[[(2R,3S,4R,5R)-5-(6-aminopurin-9-yl)-3,4-dihydroxyoxolan-2-yl]methoxy-hydroxyphosphoryl] phosphono hydrogen phosphate; 56-65-5; Triphosphaden; Myotriphos; Triadenyl; Glucobasin; Adetol; Adynol; Atipi; Adephos
CategoryOrganic Compounds

What is Adenosine triphosphate?

ATP is an adenosine 5'-phosphate in which the 5'-phosphate is a triphosphate group. It is involved in the transportation of chemical energy during metabolic pathways. It has a role as a cofactor, a micronutrient, a nutraceutical and a fundamental metabolite. It is a purine ribonucleoside 5'-triphosphate and an adenosine 5'-phosphate. It is a conjugate acid of an ATP(3-).

Formula & Notation

C10H16N5O13P3

IUPAC Name: [[(2R,3S,4R,5R)-5-(6-aminopurin-9-yl)-3,4-dihydroxyoxolan-2-yl]methoxy-hydroxyphosphoryl] phosphono hydrogen phosphate

Other Names / Synonyms: [[(2R,3S,4R,5R)-5-(6-aminopurin-9-yl)-3,4-dihydroxyoxolan-2-yl]methoxy-hydroxyphosphoryl] phosphono hydrogen phosphate; 56-65-5; Triphosphaden; Myotriphos; Triadenyl; Glucobasin; Adetol; Adynol; Atipi; Adephos

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Solid. Molecular formula: C10H16N5O13P3. Molecular weight: 507.18 g/mol. Solubility: 1000.0 mg/mL; 862 mg/mL (magnesium salt). LogP: -5.7.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Molecular Weight507.18
Solubility1000.0 mg/mL; 862 mg/mL (magnesium salt)
AppearanceSolid

Uses & Applications

Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.

Safety Information

Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.

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Key Facts

Term Adenosine triphosphate
Formula C10H16N5O13P3
CAS Number 56-65-5
Molecular Weight 507.18
Synonyms [[(2R,3S,4R,5R)-5-(6-aminopurin-9-yl)-3,4-dihydroxyoxolan-2-yl]methoxy-hydroxyphosphoryl] phosphono hydrogen phosphate; 56-65-5; Triphosphaden; Myotriphos; Triadenyl; Glucobasin; Adetol; Adynol; Atipi; Adephos

Frequently Asked Questions

ATP is an adenosine 5'-phosphate in which the 5'-phosphate is a triphosphate group. It is involved in the transportation of chemical energy during metabolic pathways. It has a role as a cofactor, a micronutrient, a nutraceutical and a fundamental metabolite. It is a purine ribonucleoside 5'-triphosphate and an adenosine 5'-phosphate. It is a conjugate acid of an ATP(3-).

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