5-(Chloromethyl)uracil

Also known as: 5-(chloromethyl)pyrimidine-2,4(1H,3H)-dione, 5-(Chloromethyl)pyrimidine-2,4(1H,3H)-dione, 5-(Chloromethyl)-2,4-dioxo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydropyrimidine, 5-(chloromethyl)-1,3-dihydropyrimidine-2,4-dione, 5-(chloromethyl)-1H-pyrimidine-2,4-dione, 5-(chloromethyl)-2,4(1H,3H)-pyrimidinedione, 5-Chlor-methyluracil, 5-Chlormethyl-1H-pyrimidin-2,4-dion, 5-chloromethyl-1H-pyrimidine-2,4-dione, NSC 38188, NSC 667749, MFCD00218445, RARECHEM AH CK 0069

5-(Chloromethyl)uracil (CAS 3590-48-5) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H5ClN2O2 and a molecular weight of 160.55800 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of >350ºC(lit.) and a density of 1.393g/cm3. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.

CAS No.: 3590-48-5
Jingsj CID: J-23315-8
Molecular Formula: C₅H₅ClN₂O₂
Molecular Weight: 160.55800 g/mol
Category: Pharma Intermediates
Last updated: 11/3/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	>350ºC(lit.)
Density	1.393g/cm3
Exact Mass	160.00400
PSA	65.72000
Appearance	Powder
Refractive Index	1.511

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2933599090
Summary	2933599090. other compounds containing a pyrimidine ring (whether or not hydrogenated) or piperazine ring in the structure. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 5-(Chloromethyl)uracil?

The CAS number of 5-(Chloromethyl)uracil is 3590-48-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-(Chloromethyl)uracil?

5-(Chloromethyl)uracil has molecular formula C5H5ClN2O2 and molecular weight 160.55800 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-(Chloromethyl)uracil?

For 5-(Chloromethyl)uracil, Upstream Products: 5-Hydroxymethyluracil; Downstream Products: 5-Hydroxymethyluracil, Thymine, 2,4-Dichloro-5-ethylsulfanylmethylpyrimidine.

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Last updated: 11/3/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "5-(Chloromethyl)uracil (CAS 3590-48-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-23315-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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