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6-Methyl-2-thiouracil, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Catalog number: A17982.A1
1 kg, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals
6-Methyl-2-thiouracil, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Catalog number: A17982.A1
1 kg, Each
Quantity
Catalog number: A17982.A1
also known as A17982-A1
Price (EUR)
Price: 172,00
Online price: 153,08
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Chemical Identifiers
CAS
56-04-2
IUPAC Name
6-methyl-2-sulfanylidene-1,2,3,4-tetrahydropyrimidin-4-one
Molecular Formula
C5H6N2OS
InChI Key
HWGBHCRJGXAGEU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
CC1=CC(=O)NC(=S)N1
Specifications
Specification SheetAppearance (Color)
White to pale yellow
Form
Powder
Assay (Aqueous acid-base Titration)
>97.5 to <102.5%
Assay (HPLC)
>97.5%
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.
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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.
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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Safety and Handling
Classification of the substance or mixture
CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
Acute oral toxicity
Category 4
Carcinogenicity
Category 2
Label Elements
Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
H302 - Harmful if swallowed
H351 - Suspected of causing cancer
Precautionary Statements
P201 - Obtain special instructions before use
P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed 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 or doctor if you feel unwell