Description

4,6-Pyrimidine Dicarboxylic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic dicarboxylic acid building block essential for advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This compound serves as a critical precursor for constructing complex pyrimidine-based molecules, offering two reactive carboxyl groups for functionalization. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients, ligands, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in antiviral, anticancer, and anti-inflammatory research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators based on pyrimidine chemistry.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Design: Serves as a chelating ligand for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalyst complexes due to its dicarboxylate functionality.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: A potential monomer for creating high-performance polymers with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Fundamental reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new heterocyclic compounds and reaction pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex fine chemicals and dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,6-Pyrimidine Dicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	16490-02-1
Molecular Formula	C6H4N2O4
Molecular Weight	168.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Pyrimidine-4,6-dicarboxylic Acid; 4,6-Pyrimidinedicarboxylic Acid; 1H-Pyrimidine-4,6-dicarboxylic acid; 4,6-Dicarboxypyrimidine; NSC 403697; AI3-52284; CCRIS 6651; HSDB 8288
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Quality Control

Our 4,6-Pyrimidine Dicarboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, detailing key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider conditions under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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