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Purine

IUPAC: 7H-purine

C5H4N4 Organic Compounds CAS 120-73-0
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Formula / NotationC5H4N4
CAS Number120-73-0
Molecular Weight120.11
Melting Point214 °C
Solubility500.0 mg/mL
AppearanceSolid
Also Known As7H-purine; 7H-Purine; 120-73-0; 1H-Purine; beta-Purine; Purine base; NSC-753; W60KTZ3IZY; NSC753; DTXSID5074470
CategoryOrganic Compounds

What is Purine?

7H-purine is the 7H-tautomer of purine. It is a tautomer of a 1H-purine, a 3H-purine and a 9H-purine.

Formula & Notation

C5H4N4

IUPAC Name: 7H-purine

Other Names / Synonyms: 7H-purine; 7H-Purine; 120-73-0; 1H-Purine; beta-Purine; Purine base; NSC-753; W60KTZ3IZY; NSC753; DTXSID5074470

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Solid. Molecular formula: C5H4N4. Molecular weight: 120.11 g/mol. Melting point: 214 °C. Solubility: 500.0 mg/mL. LogP: -0.4.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Melting Point214 °C
Molecular Weight120.11
Solubility500.0 mg/mL
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.

Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.

Key Facts

Term Purine
Formula C5H4N4
CAS Number 120-73-0
Molecular Weight 120.11
Synonyms 7H-purine; 7H-Purine; 120-73-0; 1H-Purine; beta-Purine; Purine base; NSC-753; W60KTZ3IZY; NSC753; DTXSID5074470

Frequently Asked Questions

7H-purine is the 7H-tautomer of purine. It is a tautomer of a 1H-purine, a 3H-purine and a 9H-purine.

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