Thymine (5-Methyluracil)

Thymine is a nitrogenous base component in the nucleic acid of DNA. Synonyms: 5-Methyl-2,4(1H,3H)-pyrimidinedione, NSC 14705, NSC 1686634, 4-Hydroxy-5-methylyrimidin-2(1H)-one, 5-Methyluracil, USP Zidovudine Related Compound C, Zidovudine EP Impurity C, CAS Number: 65-71-4, Molecular Formula: C?H?N?O?, Molecular Weight: 126.12, Appearance: Supplied as a white to off white powder, Purity (HPLC): >99%, Solubility: Clear, colorless to very faint yellow solution., DMSO (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly, Heated), UV-Vis Spectrum: EMM=7.65 to 8.00 @ 265nm, pH 7.0, Loss on Drying: <5%, Loss on Drying: <0.5%, Residue on ignition: <0.2%, Heavy Metals: <0.001%, Storage and Stability: May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at RT. Stable for 6 months after receipt. Important Note: This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological. Toxicity and Hazards: All products should be handled by qualified personnel only, trained in laboratory procedures.