Xanthopterin, an unconjugated pteridine compound, is the main component of the yellow granule in the Oriental hornet bear wings, produces a characteristic excitation/emission maximum at 386/456 nm[2]. Xanthopterin (XPT) causes renal growth and hypertrophy in rat[1]. Xanthopterin inhibits RNA synthesis[4].
Molecular Weight:
179.14
CAS Number:
[119-44-8]
Formula:
C6H5N5O2
Target:
DNA/RNA Synthesis
Application Notes:
MCE Product type: Reference compound
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