Product Data Sheet

5,6-Dihydro-5-methyluracil

Catalog No. A71569

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5,6-Dihydro-5-methyluracil, also known as Dihydrothymine, is an endogenous metabolite derived from the breakdown of thymine in both animal and plant sources. It serves as a key intermediate in pyrimidine metabolism and has implications in nucleic acid synthesis and degradation. While typically benign, elevated levels of 5,6-Dihydro-5-methyluracil may exhibit cytotoxic effects, making it significant in studies related to metabolic disorders and toxicity assessment.
Chemical Information
Catalog NumA71569
M. Wt128.13
FormulaC5H8N2O2
Purity>98%
Storageat -20 °C 3 years (powder form); at -20 °C 6 months (Solution base)
CAS No.696-04-8
SynonymsDihydrothymine
SMILESO=C1NC(C(C)CN1)=O
Biological Activity
Description5,6-Dihydro-5-methyluracil, also known as Dihydrothymine, is an endogenous metabolite derived from the breakdown of thymine in both animal and plant sources. It serves as a key intermediate in pyrimidine metabolism and has implications in nucleic acid synthesis and degradation. While typically benign, elevated levels of 5,6-Dihydro-5-methyluracil may exhibit cytotoxic effects, making it significant in studies related to metabolic disorders and toxicity assessment.
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