4,6-Dihydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine

Name: 4,6-Dihydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-012484

About 4,6-Dihydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine

4,6-Dihydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine is a saturated N-heterocycle carrying the CAS registry number 40497-30-1. With the molecular formula C5H6N2O2, it has a molar mass of 126.11 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2-methyl-1H-pyrimidine-4,6-dione. Alternative names: 2-Methyl-4,6(1H,5H)-pyrimidinedione and 2-Methyl-4,6-pyrimidinedione.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include organic synthesis and API synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. Stock is available for quick dispatch. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4,6-Dihydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine
Catalogue No.	VQ-012484
CAS Number	40497-30-1
IUPAC name	2-methyl-1H-pyrimidine-4,6-dione
Molecular formula	C₅H₆N₂O₂
Molecular weight	126.11 g/mol
Exact mass	126.0429
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	GNVCKXIBBIIFPE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=NC(=O)CC(=O)N1
PubChem CID	580924

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	58.5 Å²
Synonyms	2-Methyl-4,6(1H,5H)-pyrimidinedione, 2-Methyl-4,6-pyrimidinedione, 2-Methylpyrimidin-4,6(3H,5H)-dione 4,6-Dihydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine, 2-methylpyrimidine-4,6(1h,5h)-dione, 4,6(1H,5H)-Pyrimidinedione, 2-methyl-, 2-Methyl-4,6-pyrimidinediol, 2-methyl-pyrimidine-4,6-diol, 2-methyl-4,6-pyrimidindione, 2-Methyl-4,6-hydroxypyrimidine, 6-hydroxy-2-methyl-4(1H)-Pyrimidinone, 2-Methyl-4,6(1H,5H)-pyrimidinedione #, 2-methyl-3,5-dihydropyrimidine-4,6-dione

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 40497-30-1

4,6-Dihydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine, 99%

CAS: 40497-30-1
Formula: C₅H₆N₂O₂
MW: 126.11 g/mol

VQ-012485

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 4,6-Dihydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine?

The CAS Registry Number of 4,6-Dihydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine is 40497-30-1. It is also known as 2-Methyl-4,6(1H,5H)-pyrimidinedione, 2-Methyl-4,6-pyrimidinedione, 2-Methylpyrimidin-4,6(3H,5H)-dione 4,6-Dihydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4,6-Dihydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine?

4,6-Dihydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine has the molecular formula C5H6N2O2 and a molecular weight of 126.11 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-methyl-1H-pyrimidine-4,6-dione.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4,6-Dihydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine can I order?

We supply 4,6-Dihydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4,6-Dihydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine?

Yes. Every lot of 4,6-Dihydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 4,6-Dihydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4,6-Dihydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.