Description

5-Bromo-1-Methylhexahydropyrimidine-2,4-Dione is a specialized brominated heterocyclic compound that serves as a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in providing a functionalized pyrimidine-dione scaffold, enabling the development of novel molecules with targeted properties. This product is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for constructing complex active ingredients and exploring new chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require a halogenated heterocyclic core.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Serves as a precursor for creating molecular probes to study enzyme mechanisms and biological pathways.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with unique thermal or optical properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: Fundamental reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and for custom synthesis projects in CROs (Contract Research Organizations).

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-1-Methylhexahydropyrimidine-2,4-Dione
CAS No.	6306-81-6
Molecular Formula	C5H7BrN2O2
Molecular Weight	207.03 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-1-methyltetrahydropyrimidine-2,4(1H,3H)-dione; 5-Bromo-1-methyl-2,4-imidazolidinedione; 5-Bromo-1-methylhydantoin; 1-Methyl-5-bromohydantoin; NSC 403697; Bromomethylhydantoin; 5-Bromo-N-methylhydantoin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Bromo-1-Methylhexahydropyrimidine-2,4-Dione is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high-purity standards required for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles by techniques such as HPLC, NMR, and IR is supplied with each shipment. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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