Description

5-Ethylsulfanylmethyluracil is a specialized uracil derivative, a heterocyclic organic compound of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Its core value lies in its role as a versatile building block for modifying nucleoside and nucleotide analogs, which are critical in developing novel therapeutic agents. This compound is essential for research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to create new molecules with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel nucleoside analogs for antiviral and anticancer drug discovery programs.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a modified base in oligonucleotide synthesis to study nucleic acid structure, function, and protein interactions.
• Agrochemical Development: Acts as a building block for creating new active ingredients with potential herbicidal or pesticidal properties.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in organic synthesis to introduce the uracil moiety into complex molecules for material science or specialty chemical applications.
• Academic & Contract Research: Utilized in university and CRO laboratories for methodological development and exploratory chemistry projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Ethylsulfanylmethyluracil
CAS No.	4874-41-3
Molecular Formula	C7H10N2O2S
Molecular Weight	186.23 g/mol
Synonyms	5-((Ethylthio)methyl)uracil; 5-(Ethylthiomethyl)uracil; 2,4(1H,3H)-Pyrimidinedione, 5-[(ethylthio)methyl]-; 5-[(Ethylsulfanyl)methyl]pyrimidine-2,4(1H,3H)-dione; 5-(Ethylsulfanylmethyl)-1H-pyrimidine-2,4-dione
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Quality Control

Our 5-Ethylsulfanylmethyluracil is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a 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
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.