Description

2-((Chloromethyl)Thio)Pyrimidine is a versatile organosulfur and heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. Its core value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, featuring both a chloromethyl group and a pyrimidine ring, which makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for the development of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with sulfur-containing heterocycles, such as kinase inhibitors and antiviral agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the pyrimidine-thioether moiety imparts specific biological activity.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and functional materials with tailored properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and creating libraries of compounds for screening.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Useful for synthesizing specialized ligands for metal complexes used in catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-((Chloromethyl)Thio)Pyrimidine
CAS No.	19834-93-6
Molecular Formula	C5H5ClN2S
Molecular Weight	160.62 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Chloromethylthio)pyrimidine; Pyrimidine, 2-[(chloromethyl)thio]-; 2-(Chloromethylsulfanyl)pyrimidine; 2-Pyrimidinyl chloromethyl sulfide; (Chloromethyl)(pyrimidin-2-yl)sulfane; 2-Chloromethylthiopyrimidine; 2-(Chloromethylmercapto)pyrimidine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-((Chloromethyl)Thio)Pyrimidine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters to support your quality assurance protocols and regulatory compliance needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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