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6-Methyl-2-thiouracil, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Product Code. 11459116
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Description

6-Methyl-2-thiouracil is mainly used in surgical preparation of mild hyperthyroidism, thyroid storm, hyperthyroidism and postoperative treatment. It is used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism. It is used as a drug, which is applied to decrease the formation of stored thyroid hormone and thyroglobulin in the thyroid gland.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
6-Methyl-2-thiouracil is mainly used in surgical preparation of mild hyperthyroidism, thyroid storm, hyperthyroidism and postoperative treatment. It is used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism. It is used as a drug, which is applied to decrease the formation of stored thyroid hormone and thyroglobulin in the thyroid gland.

Solubility
Soluble in ethanol. Slightly soluble in methanol, acetone, diethyl ether, water, ammonia and alkali hydroxides. Insoluble in benzene and chloroform.

Notes
Light sensitive. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly closed.
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS 56-04-2
Molecular Formula C5H6N2OS
Molecular Weight (g/mol) 142.18
MDL Number MFCD00006040
InChI Key HWGBHCRJGXAGEU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonym methylthiouracil, 6-methyl-2-thiouracil, methiocil, 4-hydroxy-2-mercapto-6-methylpyrimidine, thimecil, thiomecil, thiothymin, alkiron, metacil, 2-mercapto-6-methylpyrimidin-4-ol
PubChem CID 667493
ChEBI CHEBI:82346
IUPAC Name 6-methyl-2-sulfanylidene-1H-pyrimidin-4-one
SMILES CC1=CC(=O)NC(=S)N1

Specifications

Melting Point ∼329°C (decomposition)
Quantity 50 g
Beilstein 115648
Merck Index 14,6128
Solubility Information Soluble in ethanol. Slightly soluble in methanol,acetone,diethyl ether,water,ammonia and alkali hydroxides. Insoluble in benzene and chloroform.
Formula Weight 142.18
Percent Purity 98%
Chemical Name or Material 6-Methyl-2-thiouracil

Safety and Handling

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Product Identifier
  • 6-Methyl-2-thiouracil
 Signal Word
  • Warning
 Hazard Category
  • Acute toxicity Category 4
  • Carcinogenicity Category 2
 Hazard Statement
  • H302-Harmful if swallowed.
  • H351-Suspected of causing cancer.
 Precautionary Statement
  • P201-Obtain special instructions before use.
  • P264-Wash face, hands and anyexposed skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
  • P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
  • P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
 Supplemental information
  • MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Methylthiouracil

RUO – Research Use Only

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