Description

4-Pyrimidinecarbonitrile, 2-Hydrazino-6-Methyl- (8Ci) is a high-purity heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile precursor in the development of complex nitrogen-containing molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), crop protection agents, and other fine chemicals where the pyrimidine scaffold is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly kinase inhibitors and antiviral agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that leverage the pyrimidine core for bioactivity.
• Chemical Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile starting material for constructing complex heterocyclic systems through reactions of the hydrazino and nitrile functional groups.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a precursor for nitrogen-doped carbon materials or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) with specialized properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university and CRO laboratories for methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Pyrimidinecarbonitrile, 2-Hydrazino-6-Methyl- (8Ci)
CAS No.	16858-57-4
Molecular Formula	C6H7N5
Molecular Weight	149.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydrazino-6-methylpyrimidine-4-carbonitrile; 6-Methyl-2-hydrazinylpyrimidine-4-carbonitrile; 2-Hydrazinyl-6-methyl-4-pyrimidinecarbonitrile; 2-Hydrazino-6-methyl-4-cyanopyrimidine; 6-Methyl-2-hydrazino-4-pyrimidinecarbonitrile; 16858-57-4 (CAS Registry Number)
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Quality Control

Our 4-Pyrimidinecarbonitrile, 2-Hydrazino-6-Methyl- (8Ci) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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