5-Methylcytosine

5-甲基胞嘧啶

Also known as: 4-Amino-2-hydroxy-5-methylpyrimidine, 4-Amino-5-methylpyrimidin-2(1H)-one, 6-amino-5-methyl-1H-pyrimidin-2-one, 2(1H)-Pyrimidinone, 4-amino-5-methyl- (9CI), Cytosine, 5-methyl-

5-Methylcytosine (CAS 554-01-8) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H7N3O and a molecular weight of 125.129 g/mol. It is also known as 4-Amino-2-hydroxy-5-methylpyrimidine, 4-Amino-5-methylpyrimidin-2(1H)-one and 6-amino-5-methyl-1H-pyrimidin-2-one. Key properties include a melting point of >270ºC (>518ºCF), a boiling point of 417.3ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 206.2ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
554-01-8
Jingsj CID
J-7355-0
Molecular Formula
C5H7N3O
Chinese Name
5-甲基胞嘧啶
Molecular Weight
125.129 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point>270ºC (>518ºCF)
Boiling Point417.3ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point206.2ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 5-Methylcytosine?

The CAS number of 5-Methylcytosine is 554-01-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Methylcytosine?

5-Methylcytosine has molecular formula C5H7N3O and molecular weight 125.129 g/mol.

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