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6-(Chloromethyl)uracil

6-(Chloromethyl)uracil chemical structure
CAS Number18592-13-7
FormulaC5H5ClN2O2
Mol. Weight160.56 g/mol

What is 6-(Chloromethyl)uracil?

6-(Chloromethyl)uracil is a chemical compound with CAS number 18592-13-7 and molecular formula C5H5ClN2O2. It is used in various industrial and research applications.

Applications

6-(Chloromethyl)uracil was used in the synthesis of:
• 5-bromo-6-(chloromethyl)uracil1
• pteridine compounds, potential anticancer agents2
• substituted uracil pyridinium compounds, potential inhibitors of thymidine phosphorylase3

Specifications

Molecular Weight

160.56 g/mol

Assay/Purity

98%

Safety Information

GHS07GHS07
Signal Word

Warning

Hazard Statements

H315-H319-H335

Precautionary Statements

P261-P305 + P351 + P338

Required PPE

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

Melting Point

257 °C (dec.)(lit.)

EC Number

242-431-9

WGK Germany

3

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