Description

5-Chloro-1,3-Dimethyluracil is a halogenated pyrimidine derivative, a versatile heterocyclic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its role as a key intermediate for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty fine chemicals. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and life science sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel antiviral agents, anticancer drugs, and other bioactive molecules targeting pyrimidine metabolism.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for biological activity.
• Nucleic Acid Research: Acts as a modified nucleobase analog in biochemical research for studying DNA/RNA interactions and enzyme mechanisms.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry programs and process development in contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs).

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-1,3-Dimethyluracil
CAS No.	31217-00-2
Molecular Formula	C6H7ClN2O2
Molecular Weight	174.59 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-1,3-dimethyl-2,4(1H,3H)-pyrimidinedione; 5-Chloro-1,3-dimethylpyrimidine-2,4(1H,3H)-dione; 5-Chloro-1,3-dimethyl-1H-pyrimidine-2,4-dione; 1,3-Dimethyl-5-chlorouracil; 5-Chloro-1,3-dimethyluracil; 5-Chloro-DMU
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-1,3-Dimethyluracil is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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