Description

5-Hydroxy-5-Methylhydantoin is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the hydantoin family, serving as a key intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its significance lies in its bifunctional structure, which makes it a valuable building block for creating more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This product is essential for R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with hydantoin or related heterocyclic cores.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Synthesis: Used in the production of conditioning agents, moisturizers, and other functional additives for personal care formulations.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies related to amino acid derivatives and as a model compound in metabolic pathway investigations.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in organic synthesis for introducing the hydantoin moiety into target molecules, enabling further functionalization.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hydroxy-5-Methylhydantoin
CAS No.	10045-58-6
Molecular Formula	C4H6N2O3
Molecular Weight	130.10 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-5-hydroxyhydantoin; 5-Hydroxy-5-methyl-2,4-imidazolidinedione; 5-Methylallantoin; NSC 403697; Hydantoin, 5-hydroxy-5-methyl-; 5-Hydroxy-5-methylimidazolidine-2,4-dione
EINECS	233-136-5

Quality Control

Our 5-Hydroxy-5-Methylhydantoin is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, related substances, and residual solvents. Specifications can be aligned with customer requirements for research, pilot, or commercial scale applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.