Description

6-Aza-2-Thiouracil is a heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the thiouracil family, serving as a versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both nitrogen and sulfur atoms, makes it a critical intermediate for developing novel pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. This compound is essential for research and production in fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and life science industries, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and potential therapeutic compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a scaffold or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and biochemical pathway analysis.
• Material Science: Building block for synthesizing specialized polymers, ligands, and coordination complexes.
• Academic & R&D: Fundamental reagent in organic chemistry research and methodology development.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Aza-2-Thiouracil
CAS No.	626-08-4
Molecular Formula	C3H3N3OS
Molecular Weight	129.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Thio-6-azauracil; 6-Azathymine-2-thione; 2-Mercapto-6-azauracil; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-6-azapyrimidine-2-thione; 2-Thioxo-1,2-dihydro-1,3,5-triazin-4(1H)-one; 6-Azauracil-2-thiol; 1H-1,3,5-Triazine-2,4(1H,3H)-dithione (tautomer)
EINECS	210-927-2

Quality Control

Our 6-Aza-2-Thiouracil is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

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.

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.