Catalogue NumberL473850

Chemical NameLumichrome

Synonyms7,8-Dimethylbenzo[g]pteridine-2,4(1H,3H)-dione;7,8-Dimethylalloxazine; 7,8-Dimethylisoalloxazine; NSC 96911; Riboflavin lumichrome

CAS Number1086-80-2

Molecular FormulaC₁₂H₁₀N₄O₂

AppearancePale Yellow to Yellow Solid

Melting Point>300°C

Molecular Weight242.23

StorageRefrigerator

SolubilityAqueous Base (Slightly), DMSO (Slightly, Heated, Sonicated)

CategoryStandards; Pharmaceutical/API Drug Impurities/Metabolites; Vitamin Derivatives;

ApplicationsLumichrome is a derivative of Riboflavin (R415000), a vitamin with a key role in maintaining cellular function and health in human and animals. Dyes and metabolites.

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