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Specifications:
| Application | Analytical Chemistry | ||
| Storage Temperature | Ambient | ||
| Product Type | Laboratory Chemical | Forms | Powder |
| Product Brand | Thermo Fisher Scientific™, thermo Scientific | ||
| Product Grade | Analytical grade | ||
High-Purity Alkaloid for Research and Analytical Use
Thermo Scientific™ Theobromine is a high-quality, pharmaceutical- and analytical-grade methylxanthine alkaloid with ≥99% purity by titration. It is supplied as a white crystalline powder and is ideal for use in chemical research, formulation studies, reference applications, and food or plant extract analysis. Theobromine is naturally found in cocoa, chocolate, and tea and is known for its bronchodilator and smooth muscle relaxant effects.
Key Product Features
- Purity: ≥99% (titration, on dry substance)
- Appearance: White crystalline powder
- Stability: Ambient storage conditions
- Infrared Identity: Confirmed by IR spectrum
- Low Moisture Content: Loss on drying ≤0.5% (at 105 °C)
- Molecular Formula: C₇H₈N₄O₂
- Molecular Weight: 180.17 g/mol
- Melting Point: 290–295 °C
- Density: 1.419 g/cm³ (at 25 °C)
Chemical and Safety Information
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 83-67-0 |
| EC (EINECS) Number | 201-494-2 |
| MDL Number | MFCD00022830 |
| Merck Index | 12,09418 |
| UNSPSC Code | – |
| GHS Classification | GHS07 (Irritant) |
| Storage Conditions | Ambient temperature |
Analytical Specifications
| Test | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White Powder |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.5% (1 g at 105 °C) |
| Titration (NaOH) | ≥ 98.5% (on dry substance) |
| IR Spectrum | Conforms to structure |
Available Pack Sizes
| Catalog Number | Description | Pack Size | Packaging |
|---|---|---|---|
| 258821000 | Theobromine 99% | 100 g | Glass bottle for solids |
| 258822500 | Theobromine 99% | 250 g | Glass bottle for solids |
| 258820010 | Theobromine 99% | 1 kg | Glass bottle |
Applications
- Reference material in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical analysis
- Chemical synthesis and reagent development
- Ingredient in cosmetics, formulation studies, or food additive research
- Studies related to methylxanthine alkaloids, including caffeine and theophylline
- Biochemical investigations on bronchodilation, diuresis, and CNS activity
Thermo Scientific™ Theobromine, 99% is a high-purity, laboratory-grade compound suitable for analytical, pharmaceutical, and biochemical applications. Supplied in secure glass bottles and available in multiple pack sizes, it offers consistency, validated purity, and reliability for precise experimental and formulation workflows.
- Pack Size: 250g 1kg 100g