Description

4-Hydroxy-6-Methoxymethylpyrimidine-2-Thiol is a high-purity pyrimidine derivative, a key heterocyclic 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 agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for creating novel compounds with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in antiviral and antimicrobial research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to its bioactive pyrimidine-thiol core.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a key starting material in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new heterocyclic chemistry and reaction pathways.
• Specialty Fine Chemicals: Employed in the manufacture of complex, high-value fine chemicals for various industrial applications.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Precursor: Its structure makes it a potential precursor for synthesizing ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-6-Methoxymethylpyrimidine-2-Thiol
CAS No.	175205-07-9
Molecular Formula	C7H10N2O2S
Molecular Weight	186.23 g/mol
Synonyms	6-(Methoxymethyl)-2-mercapto-4-pyrimidinol; 4-Pyrimidinol, 6-(methoxymethyl)-2-mercapto-; 2-Mercapto-6-methoxymethyl-4-pyrimidinol; 4-Hydroxy-6-methoxymethyl-2-mercaptopyrimidine; 6-Methoxymethyl-2-thio-4(1H)-pyrimidinone; 2-Thio-6-methoxymethyl-4(1H)-pyrimidinone
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Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-6-Methoxymethylpyrimidine-2-Thiol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting full specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled and stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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