6-Methylpterin (CAS 708-75-8)
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6-Methylpterin is an organic compound that belongs to the family of pteridinones, a class of nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compounds. 6-Methylpterin has the ability to scavenge free radicals, reduce lipid peroxidation, and inhibit the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines. In the realm of biochemistry and molecular biology, 6-methylpterin is of interest for its potential involvement in and impact on the metabolic pathways associated with pterins and folates. Pterins themselves are integral to the structure of several important cofactors, such as tetrahydrobiopterin (BH4), which is involved in the hydroxylation of aromatic amino acids and the synthesis of neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin. While 6-methylpterin doesn′t directly participate in these biological processes, its presence and behavior can provide insight into the metabolic fate and biological roles of methylated pterins.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
6-Methylpterin, 250 mg | sc-498046 | 250 mg | $380.00 |