Description

6-Benzyl-2-Thiouracil is a thiouracil derivative, a versatile heterocyclic organic compound of significant interest in synthetic organic chemistry and pharmaceutical research. Its core value lies in its role as a key synthetic intermediate and a privileged scaffold for developing novel bioactive molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on medicinal chemistry, agrochemical development, and advanced material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting thyroid hormone regulation and other therapeutic areas.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used as a core scaffold for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to develop new pharmacologically active compounds.
• Agrochemical Development: Acts as a precursor or intermediate in the research and synthesis of new pesticides and herbicides.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating enzyme inhibition and metabolic pathways.
• Organic Synthesis: Utilized as a reagent in various organic transformations to construct complex heterocyclic systems.
• Material Science Precursor: Investigated for its potential use in the development of specialized organic materials and ligands for metal complexes.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Benzyl-2-Thiouracil
CAS No.	6336-50-1
Molecular Formula	C11H10N2OS
Molecular Weight	218.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Thio-6-benzyluracil; 6-Benzyl-2-mercapto-4(1H)-pyrimidinone; 6-Benzyl-2-sulfanyl-1H-pyrimidin-4-one; 2-Mercapto-6-benzyl-4-pyrimidinol; NSC 403169; 1H-Pyrimidin-4-one, 6-benzyl-2-sulfanyl-; 6-Benzyl-2-thio-4(1H)-pyrimidinone
EINECS	228-710-9

Quality Control

Our 6-Benzyl-2-Thiouracil is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data to support research and development requirements. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each batch and is 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 (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

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.