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6-Methyl-2-thiouracil, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
6-Methyl-2-thiouracil is mainly used in surgical preparation of mild hyperthyroidism, thyroid storm, hyperthyroidism and postoperative treatment. It is used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism. It is used as a drug, which is applied to decrease the formation of stored thyroid hormone and thyroglobulin in the thyroid gland.
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6-Methyl-2-thiouracil is mainly used in surgical preparation of mild hyperthyroidism, thyroid storm, hyperthyroidism and postoperative treatment. It is used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism. It is used as a drug, which is applied to decrease the formation of stored thyroid hormone and thyroglobulin in the thyroid gland.
Solubility
Soluble in ethanol. Slightly soluble in methanol, acetone, diethyl ether, water, ammonia and alkali hydroxides. Insoluble in benzene and chloroform.
Notes
Light sensitive. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly closed.
Specifications
Melting Point
∼329°C (decomposition)
Quantity
1 kg
Beilstein
115648
Merck Index
14,6128
Solubility Information
Soluble in ethanol. Slightly soluble in methanol,acetone,diethyl ether,water,ammonia and alkali hydroxides. Insoluble in benzene and chloroform.
Formula Weight
142.18
Percent Purity
98%
Chemical Name or Material
6-Methyl-2-thiouracil
Hazard Category
H302-H351
Hazard Statement
GHS H Statement
H301-H351
Toxic if swallowed.
Suspected of causing cancer.
Precautionary Statement
P201-P202-P264b-P270-P281-P301+P312-P308+P313-P330-P501c
EINECSNumber
200-252-3
RTECSNumber
YR0875000
TSCA
Yes
Recommended Storage
Ambient temperatures
RUO – Research Use Only
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