Molekula
2-Thiobarbituric acid
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2-Thiobarbituric acid is a heterocyclic organic compound used in research and synthesis, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and analytical reagents. It is a white to off-white crystalline powder with a molecular formula of C4H4N2O2S and a molecular weight of 144.15 g/mol. It is stable at ambient temperatures and should be stored under normal conditions. The substance is classified with a warning signal word due to potential hazards. Molekula supplies 2-Thiobarbituric acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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25 g — $58.70 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Yellowish powder |
| Loss on Drying | <0.5% |
| Assay | 99% min |
| Sulphated Ash | <0.5% |
| Dimer | <0.20% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 9 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
For research use only. Not for human use.
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 34943527 |
| CAS Number | 504-17-6 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-sulfanylidene-1,3-diazinane-4,6-dione |
| EC Number | 207-985-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C4H4N2O2S |
| Molecular Weight | 144.15 |
| Exact Mass | 143.9993 |
| SMILES | C1C(=O)NC(=S)NC1=O |
| InChIKey | RVBUGGBMJDPOST-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C4H4N2O2S/c7-2-1-3(8)6-4(9)5-2/h1H2,(H2,5,6,7,8,9) |
| PubChem CID | 2723628 |
| UN Number | UN3335 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2933.59.9500 |
| Tariff Code | 2933599590 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+312 IF INHALED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 2-Mercapto-4,6-dihydroxypyrimidine
- 2-Mercaptobarbituric acid
- 2-sulfanylidene-1,3-diazinane-4,6-dione
- 2-sulfanylidenedihydropyrimidine-4,6(1H,5H)-dione
- 4,6(1H,5H)-Pyrimidinedione, dihydro-2-thioxo-
- Austranal
- Barbituric acid, 2-thio-
- Bathyran
- Dihydro-2-thioxo-4,6(1H,5H)-pyrimidinedione
- Thiobarbituric acid
Frequently asked questions
What is 2-Thiobarbituric acid used for?
It is primarily used as a reagent in analytical chemistry, particularly in the detection of malondialdehyde in lipid peroxidation studies.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 2-Thiobarbituric acid?
The formula is C4H4N2O2S with a molecular weight of 144.15 g/mol.
How should 2-Thiobarbituric acid be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available for 2-Thiobarbituric acid?
It is available in analytical grade for laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply 2-Thiobarbituric acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply 2-Thiobarbituric acid in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for details.
What documentation comes with an order of 2-Thiobarbituric acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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