Description

n-Methylbarbituric Acid is a specialized barbiturate derivative serving as a crucial intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a versatile building block for creating complex heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This high-purity chemical is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and fine chemical producers focused on developing new therapeutic agents and high-value specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various barbiturate-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other central nervous system (CNS) agents.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in heterocyclic chemistry for constructing pyrimidine and other nitrogen-containing ring systems in research and development.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D settings for exploring new synthetic pathways and novel compound libraries.
• Analytical Chemistry Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity reference material for method development and quality control in analytical laboratories.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and complex organic molecules requiring precise structural control.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Methylbarbituric Acid
CAS No.	2565-47-1
Molecular Formula	C5H6N2O3
Molecular Weight	142.11 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methylbarbituric Acid; 5-Methylbarbituric Acid; N-Methylmalonylurea; Methylbarbituric Acid; 1-Methyl-2,4,6(1H,3H,5H)-pyrimidinetrione; NSC 403697
EINECS	219-904-7

Quality Control

Our n-Methylbarbituric Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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