| Formula / Notation | C4H5N3O |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 71-30-7 |
| Molecular Weight | 111.10 |
| Melting Point | > 300 °C |
| Solubility | 8.0 mg/mL |
| Appearance | Monohydrate: Lustrous solid; [Merck Index] White powder; [Alfa Aesar MSDS] |
| Also Known As | 6-amino-1H-pyrimidin-2-one; 71-30-7; 4-Amino-2-hydroxypyrimidine; 4-aminopyrimidin-2(1H)-one; Cytosinimine; 2(1H)-Pyrimidinone, 4-amino-; 4-Amino-2(1H)-pyrimidinone; DTXSID4044456; NSC-27787; 8J337D1HZY |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Cytosine?
Cytosine is an aminopyrimidine that is pyrimidin-2-one having the amino group located at position 4. It has a role as a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite and a human metabolite. It is a pyrimidine nucleobase, a pyrimidone and an aminopyrimidine.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: 6-amino-1H-pyrimidin-2-one
Other Names / Synonyms: 6-amino-1H-pyrimidin-2-one; 71-30-7; 4-Amino-2-hydroxypyrimidine; 4-aminopyrimidin-2(1H)-one; Cytosinimine; 2(1H)-Pyrimidinone, 4-amino-; 4-Amino-2(1H)-pyrimidinone; DTXSID4044456; NSC-27787; 8J337D1HZY
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | > 300 °C |
| Molecular Weight | 111.10 |
| Solubility | 8.0 mg/mL |
| Appearance | Monohydrate: Lustrous solid; [Merck Index] White powder; [Alfa Aesar MSDS] |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Cytosine is an aminopyrimidine that is pyrimidin-2-one having the amino group located at position 4. It has a role as a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite and a human metabolite. It is a pyrimidine nucleobase, a pyrimidone and an aminopyrimidine.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Cytosine is: C4H5N3O