Description

4-Methyl-5-Cyano-Pyrimidine is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its functionalized pyrimidine scaffold, which serves as a critical precursor for developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty agrochemicals. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to create new molecules with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for nitrogen-donor ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and functional polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a building block for creating molecular probes to study biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for bespoke chemical manufacturing services (CMS).

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyl-5-Cyano-Pyrimidine
CAS No.	1150633-16-1
Molecular Formula	C6H5N3
Molecular Weight	119.12 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Cyano-4-methylpyrimidine; 4-Methylpyrimidine-5-carbonitrile; 4-Methyl-5-pyrimidinecarbonitrile; Pyrimidine, 5-cyano-4-methyl-; 5-Cyano-4-methyl-1,3-diazine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methyl-5-Cyano-Pyrimidine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong 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%

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