Description

2-Amino-6-Hydroxy-5-Methyl-1H-Pyrimidin-4-One is a heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the pyrimidinone class, serving as a versatile and high-value chemical intermediate. Its significance lies in its role as a key building block for synthesizing complex molecules with specific biological and chemical functionalities. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and fine chemical producers engaged in creating advanced compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive pyrimidine core.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a scaffold or starting material for probing enzyme mechanisms and designing enzyme inhibitors.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of dyes, pigments, and specialty chemicals requiring a functionalized pyrimidine structure.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or additive for creating polymers with specific electronic or optical properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Amino-6-Hydroxy-5-Methyl-1H-Pyrimidin-4-One
CAS No.	6627-65-2
Molecular Formula	C5H7N3O2
Molecular Weight	141.13 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methylisocytosine; 6-Hydroxy-5-methyl-2-aminopyrimidin-4(1H)-one; 2-Amino-5-methyl-4,6-dihydroxypyrimidine; 5-Methyl-2-aminopyrimidine-4,6-diol; 5-Methyl-4,6-dihydroxy-2-aminopyrimidine; 4(1H)-Pyrimidinone, 2-amino-6-hydroxy-5-methyl-; 5-Methylisocytosine (common name)
EINECS	229-594-5

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-6-Hydroxy-5-Methyl-1H-Pyrimidin-4-One is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, related substances, and residual solvents is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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