Description

2,5-Pyrimidinedicarboxylic Acid, 5-Methyl Ester is a high-purity, functionalized pyrimidine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty fine chemicals. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting kinase inhibition and other biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functional component in the creation of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: A versatile building block for constructing complex pyrimidine-based structures in medicinal and combinatorial chemistry.
• Academic & R&D: Essential reagent for fundamental research in heterocyclic chemistry and method development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Pyrimidinedicarboxylic Acid, 5-Methyl Ester
CAS No.	115600-17-4
Molecular Formula	C8H8N2O4
Molecular Weight	196.16 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl 2,5-pyrimidinedicarboxylate; Methyl 5-(methoxycarbonyl)pyrimidine-2-carboxylate; 2,5-Pyrimidinedicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester (isomer); Pyrimidine-2,5-dicarboxylic acid 5-methyl ester; 5-Carbomethoxypyrimidine-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 2,5-Dimethoxycarbonylpyrimidine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Pyrimidinedicarboxylic Acid, 5-Methyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and production use. 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

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	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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