4,6-Dihydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine

Also known as: 2-Methyl-4,6-pyrimidinediol, 2-Methyl-4,6-pyrimidinedione, 2-Methylpyrimidine-4,6(1H,5H)-dione, 2-Methyl-1H-pyrimidine-4,6-dione, 6-Hydroxy-2-methylpyrimidin-4(1H)-one, 6-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4(1H)-pyrimidinone, 2-Methyl-1H-pyrimidin-4,6-dion, 2-Methyl-4,6-dihydroxypyrimidine, 4,6(1H,5H)-Pyrimidinedione, 2-methyl-, 6-Hydroxy-2-methylpyrimidin-4(3H)-one, MFCD00006104, EINECS 254-941-9

4,6-Dihydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine (CAS 40497-30-1) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H6N2O2 and a molecular weight of 126.113 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 360 ºC, a boiling point of 314.4±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 143.9±22.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.

40497-30-1

Jingsj CID

J-11524-2

Molecular Formula

C₅H₆N₂O₂

Molecular Weight

126.113 g/mol

Category

Pharma Intermediates

Last updated

8/21/2026