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Gimeracil

Also known as: 5-chloro-2,4-dihydroxypyridine, 5-chloro-4-hydroxy-2(1H)-pyridinone, 5-chloro-4-hydroxy-1H-pyridin-2-one, 5-chloropyridine-2,4-diol, CDHP, Gimestat

Gimeracil (CAS 103766-25-2) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H4ClNO2 and a molecular weight of 145.544 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 274 °C, a boiling point of 524.2±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 270.8±28.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
103766-25-2
Jingsj CID
J-35722-2
Molecular Formula
C5H4ClNO2
Molecular Weight
145.544 g/mol
Category
Organic Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point274 °C
Boiling Point524.2±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.6±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point270.8±28.7 °C
Exact Mass144.993057
PSA53.09000
LogP-1.50
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.641
Storage ConditionsRefrigerator

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Sakata K, et al. Gimeracil, an inhibitor of dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase, inhibits the early step in homologous recombination. Cancer Sci. 2011 Sep;102(9):1712-6. [2]. Takagi M, et al. Gimeracil sensitizes cells to radiation via inhibition of homologous recombination. Radiother Oncol. 2010 Aug;96(2):259-66.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933399090
Summary2933399090. other compounds containing an unfused pyridine ring (whether or not hydrogenated) 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 Gimeracil?

The CAS number of Gimeracil is 103766-25-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Gimeracil?

Gimeracil has molecular formula C5H4ClNO2 and molecular weight 145.544 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Gimeracil?

For Gimeracil, Upstream Products: 1,1-Diethoxyethene, 4-Chloro-2-ethoxypyridine, 4,5-Dichloro-2-ethoxypyridine; Downstream Products: 4-Amino-2,5-dichloropyridine, 2,4,5-Trichloropyridine.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Gimeracil (CAS 103766-25-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-35722-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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