5,6-Dihydro-5-methyluracil
Also known as: Dihydrothymine, 5,6-Dihydrothymine, 5,6-Dihydro-5-methyl-2,4-dioxypyrimidine, 5-Methyl-5,6-dihydrouracil, 5-Methyl-dihydro-pyrimidine-2,4-dione, 2,4(1H,3H)-Pyrimidinedione, dihydro-5-methyl-, 5-Methylhydrouracil, Hydrouracil, 5-methyl-, NSC 44131
5,6-Dihydro-5-methyluracil (CAS 696-04-8) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H8N2O2 and a molecular weight of 128.12900 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 263-265°C and a density of 1.149 g/cm3. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 696-04-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-30430-3
- Molecular Formula
- C5H8N2O2
- Molecular Weight
- 128.12900 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 263-265°C |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.149 g/cm3 |
| Exact Mass | 128.05900 |
| PSA | 58.20000 |
| LogP | 0.11950 |
| Refractive Index | 1.452 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Yamane T, et al. Dihydrothymine from UV-irradiated DNA. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 1967 Aug;58(2):439-42. |
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 5,6-Dihydro-5-methyluracil?
The CAS number of 5,6-Dihydro-5-methyluracil is 696-04-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5,6-Dihydro-5-methyluracil?
5,6-Dihydro-5-methyluracil has molecular formula C5H8N2O2 and molecular weight 128.12900 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 5,6-Dihydro-5-methyluracil?
For 5,6-Dihydro-5-methyluracil, Upstream Products: Thymine, 5-Hydroxymethyluracil, Methyl methacrylate; Downstream Products: Thymine, 5-Methylpyrimidine-2,4,6(1H,3H,5H)-trione, Ethyl 3-amino-2-methylpropanoate.
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