Description

5-Bromo-6-Aminouracil is a halogenated pyrimidine derivative that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromine and amino functional groups, makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex heterocyclic compounds and nucleoside analogs. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel antiviral, anticancer, and antibacterial agents, particularly as a precursor to modified nucleosides and nucleotides.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that target specific biochemical pathways.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies of nucleic acid chemistry, enzyme inhibition, and as a substrate analog in metabolic pathway investigations.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or building block for the synthesis of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Utilized in heterocyclic chemistry for the construction of complex fused-ring systems and as a reagent for introducing the uracil scaffold.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-6-Aminouracil
CAS No.	6312-73-8
Molecular Formula	C4H4BrN3O2
Molecular Weight	205.99 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Amino-5-bromouracil; 5-Bromo-6-aminopyrimidine-2,4(1H,3H)-dione; 5-Bromo-6-amino-2,4-dihydroxypyrimidine; 2,4-Dihydroxy-5-bromo-6-aminopyrimidine; 5-Br-6-AU; BAU
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Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-6-Aminouracil is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each 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 commercial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are provided 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). The compound may be light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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