Theobromine
Bitter alkaloid of the cacao plant
Theobromine, also known as xantheose, is the principal alkaloid of Theobroma cacao (cacao plant). Theobromine is slightly water-soluble (330 mg/L) with a bitter taste. In industry, theobromine is used as an additive and precursor to some cosmetics. It is found in chocolate and several other foods, including tea (Camellia sinensis), some American...
Formula
C₇H₈N₄O₂
Melting point
351 °C
CAS number
83-67-0
InChIKey
YAPQBXQYLJRXSA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
