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Xanthine

Chemical compound
Xanthine is a purine base found in most human body tissues and fluids, as well as in other organisms. Several stimulants are derived from xanthine, including caffeine, theophylline, and theobromine. Xanthine is a product on the pathway of purine... Wikipedia
Formula: C5H4N4O2
Molar mass: 152.11 g/mol
IUPAC ID: 3,7-Dihydropurine-2,6-dione
Soluble in: Water
3D model (JSmol): Interactive image
Appearance: White solid
Melting point: decomposes