Description

6-[(Methylthio)Methyl]Uracil is a specialized uracil derivative characterized by the presence of a methylthiomethyl substituent, offering unique reactivity and functional properties. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of novel nucleoside analogs and heterocyclic compounds. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical research organizations, agrochemical developers, and fine chemical manufacturers seeking to create new active ingredients with tailored biological activities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel nucleoside analogs and antiviral/anticancer drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for introducing the methylthiomethyl functional group into complex heterocyclic systems.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies of nucleic acid chemistry and enzyme inhibition mechanisms.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier in the creation of specialty polymers with specific electronic or binding properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-[(Methylthio)Methyl]Uracil
CAS No.	59640-46-9
Molecular Formula	C6H8N2O2S
Molecular Weight	172.20 g/mol
Synonyms	6-(Methylthiomethyl)uracil; 6-Methylthiomethyluracil; 1H-Pyrimidine-2,4-dione, 6-[(methylthio)methyl]-; 6-MTMU; Uracil, 6-[(methylthio)methyl]-; NSC 163049; 6-(Methylsulfanylmethyl)-1H-pyrimidine-2,4-dione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-[(Methylthio)Methyl]Uracil is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage of bulk quantities and to minimize headspace in opened containers.

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.