6Methyluracil

6-Methyluracil is an organic compound with the chemical formula C5H6N2O2. It is a derivative of uracil, one of the four nucleobases in RNA, with a methyl group attached at the sixth position of the pyrimidine ring. Structurally, it belongs to the class of pyrimidines.

This compound is also known by its IUPAC name 6-methylpyrimidine-2,4(1H,3H)-dione. It is a solid at room temperature and has a relatively low solubility in water. 6-Methyluracil can be synthesized through various chemical pathways, often involving condensation reactions.

In biochemical research, 6-methyluracil has been studied for its potential biological activities and as a building block in the synthesis of other organic molecules. It can act as a precursor for certain pharmaceuticals and has been investigated for its role in metabolic pathways. Its presence can influence enzymatic reactions and cellular processes, although it is not a naturally occurring component of nucleic acids.