Category:
Other Specialized Reagents
CAS NO:
30414-00-7
Standard:
In-house Standards,
5-Hydroxymethyluracil (5-HMU) is a pyrimidine derivative synthesized via enzymatic oxidation of uracil or chemical hydroxymethylation. It serves as a critical intermediate in nucleoside analog research and metabolic studies. Molecular formula: C5H6N2O3; CAS No.: 1098-45-7.
Store under inert atmosphere at 2-8°C to prevent degradation. Avoid direct skin contact; use appropriate PPE during handling. Not approved for clinical therapeutic use without further regulatory validation.