| Formula / Notation | C5H5N5O |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 73-40-5 |
| Molecular Weight | 151.13 |
| Melting Point | 360 dec °C |
| Boiling Point | BOILING POINT: SUBLIMES |
| Solubility | 2080 mg/L (at 37 °C) |
| Appearance | Solid; [Merck Index] White crystals; [Acros Organics MSDS] |
| Also Known As | 2-amino-1,7-dihydropurin-6-one; 73-40-5; 2-Amino-6-hydroxypurine; 2-Aminohypoxanthine; Guanin; Mearlmaid; Guanine enol; Pearl essence; Stella Polaris; Dew Pearl |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Guanine?
Guanine is a 2-aminopurine carrying a 6-oxo substituent. It has a role as a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite, a human metabolite and an algal metabolite. It is a member of 2-aminopurines, an oxopurine and a purine nucleobase. It derives from a hydride of a 9H-purine.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: 2-amino-1,7-dihydropurin-6-one
Other Names / Synonyms: 2-amino-1,7-dihydropurin-6-one; 73-40-5; 2-Amino-6-hydroxypurine; 2-Aminohypoxanthine; Guanin; Mearlmaid; Guanine enol; Pearl essence; Stella Polaris; Dew Pearl
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 360 dec °C |
| Boiling Point | BOILING POINT: SUBLIMES |
| Molecular Weight | 151.13 |
| Solubility | 2080 mg/L (at 37 °C) |
| Appearance | Solid; [Merck Index] White crystals; [Acros Organics MSDS] |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Guanine is a 2-aminopurine carrying a 6-oxo substituent. It has a role as a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite, a human metabolite and an algal metabolite. It is a member of 2-aminopurines, an oxopurine and a purine nucleobase. It derives from a hydride of a 9H-purine.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Guanine is: C5H5N5O