Description

5-Amino-6-Mercaptopyrimidine-4(1H)-Thione is a versatile heterocyclic building block and key intermediate in organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a precursor in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other bioactive heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Coordination Chemistry: Serves as a versatile ligand for metal complexation, useful in catalysis and material science applications.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and developing novel chemical entities.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Potential precursor in the synthesis of specialized dyes and functional pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Amino-6-Mercaptopyrimidine-4(1H)-Thione
CAS No.	54660-92-3
Molecular Formula	C4H5N3S2
Molecular Weight	159.23 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Amino-6-mercapto-2-thioxo-1,2-dihydropyrimidin-4(3H)-one; 5-Amino-2,4-dithiouracil; 5-Amino-2-mercapto-4-pyrimidinethiol; 5-Amino-6-mercapto-2-thioxo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydropyrimidin-4-one; 6-Amino-2-mercapto-4(3H)-pyrimidinethione; 4H-Pyrimidine-4-thione, 5-amino-1,2-dihydro-6-mercapto-2-thioxo-
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Quality Control

Our 5-Amino-6-Mercaptopyrimidine-4(1H)-Thione is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets high-grade specifications for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and easily oxidized; it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation and to minimize decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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