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6-Methyl-2-thiouracil

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6-Methyl-2-thiouracil

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6-Methyl-2-thiouracil Chemical Properties

MF: C5H6N2OS
MW: 142.18
EINECS: 200-252-3
Density: 1.36 g/cm3
Flash Point: 160.8 °C
Index of Refraction: 1.638 
Water Solubility: Insoluble
Melting Point: ~330 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Enthalpy of Vaporization: 60.93 kJ/mol 
Boiling Point: 342.3 °C at 760 mmHg
Vapour Pressure: 3.83E-05 mmHg at 25°C 
IUPAC Name: 6-methyl-2-sulfanylidene-1H-pyrimidin-4-one
Chemical Properties: White crystalline powder with an odor of onions and a bitter taste
Stability: Stability Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, iodine, metals.
Synonyms: Labotest-BB LT00848091 ; Aurora KA-4696 ; Methiocil ; Methylthiouracil ; 2-Thio-6-methyluracil ; 4-Oxo-2-mercapto-6-methylpyrimidine ; 4-Hydroxy-2-mercapto-6-methylpyrimidine ; 4-Hydroxy-6-methyl-2-thiopyrimidine
Following is the molecular structure of 6-Methyl-2-thiouracil (CAS NO.56-4-2):

6-Methyl-2-thiouracil Uses

 6-Methyl-2-thiouracil (CAS NO.56-4-2) is used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism.

6-Methyl-2-thiouracil Production

Reactivity Profile: Methylthiouracil reacts with strong oxidizing agents. Forms complexes with metals and is oxidized by iodine and other sulfhydryl oxidizing agents .

6-Methyl-2-thiouracil Toxicity Data With Reference

Organism Test Type Route Reported Dose (Normalized Dose) Effect Source
mouse LD50 intraperitoneal 200mg/kg (200mg/kg)   National Technical Information Service. Vol. AD277-689,
mouse LD50 oral 2125mg/kg (2125mg/kg)   Pharmaceutical Chemistry Journal Vol. 30, Pg. 320, 1996.
rabbit LDLo oral 2500mg/kg (2500mg/kg)   "Merck Index; an Encyclopedia of Chemicals, Drugs, and Biologicals", 11th ed., Rahway, NJ 07065, Merck & Co., Inc. 1989Vol. 11, Pg. 963, 1989.
rat LD50 intraperitoneal 920mg/kg (920mg/kg) LUNGS, THORAX, OR RESPIRATION: OTHER CHANGES Farmaco, Edizione Scientifica. Vol. 13, Pg. 882, 1958.
rat LD50 oral 1500mg/kg (1500mg/kg)   Nature. Vol. 157, Pg. 659, 1946.

6-Methyl-2-thiouracil Safety Profile

Safety Information of 6-Methyl-2-thiouracil (CAS NO.56-4-2):
Hazard Codes: XnIrritantXiIrritant
Risk Statements: 22-40
 R22:Harmful if swallowed. 
R40:Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
Safety Statements: 36/37-45 
S36/37:Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. 
S45:In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label whenever possible.)
WGK Germany: 3
RTECS: YR0875000
HS Code: 29335995
Hazard Note: Irritant/Possible Carcinogen

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