Description

4-Pyrimidinecarboxylic Acid, 5,6-Diamino- is a high-purity, heterocyclic organic compound featuring both carboxylic acid and diamine functional groups on a pyrimidine core. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical and agrochemical R&D teams for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those with pyrimidine-based scaffolds, such as kinase inhibitors and antiviral agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile starting material for creating complex heterocyclic compounds, dyes, and ligands for metal catalysis.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in the development of enzyme inhibitors, nucleotide analogs, and other biochemical tools for life science research.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Pyrimidinecarboxylic Acid, 5,6-Diamino-
CAS No.	16008-49-4
Molecular Formula	C5H6N4O2
Molecular Weight	154.13 g/mol
Synonyms	5,6-Diaminopyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid; 5,6-Diamino-4-pyrimidinecarboxylic acid; 4-Carboxy-5,6-diaminopyrimidine; 5,6-Diamino-1H-pyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid; 5,6-Diamino-4-carboxypyrimidine; 5,6-Diaminopyrimidine-4-carboxylate; 4-Pyrimidinecarboxylic acid, 5,6-diamino-
EINECS	240-163-9

Quality Control

We supply high-purity grades of 5,6-Diaminopyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.