Description

Ethyl 2-Chloro-4-Methyl-6-(Methylthio)Pyrimidine-5-Carboxylate is a high-value pyrimidine derivative, a crucial synthetic intermediate in modern organic chemistry. Its core value lies in its versatile electrophilic sites, enabling the construction of complex heterocyclic systems essential for advanced material and pharmaceutical research. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries for synthesizing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, particularly those targeting pyrimidine-based modes of action.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a critical precursor in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for antiviral and anticancer drug candidates.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of organic electronic materials, ligands for catalysis, and other functionalized pyrimidine-based polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme mechanisms and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for client-specific, multi-step synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Chloro-4-Methyl-6-(Methylthio)Pyrimidine-5-Carboxylate
CAS No.	1425387-12-7
Molecular Formula	C9H11ClN2O2S
Molecular Weight	246.71 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-chloro-4-methyl-6-(methylsulfanyl)pyrimidine-5-carboxylate; 5-Pyrimidinecarboxylic acid, 2-chloro-4-methyl-6-(methylthio)-, ethyl ester; 2-Chloro-4-methyl-6-(methylthio)pyrimidine-5-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 6-(Methylthio)-2-chloro-4-methylpyrimidine-5-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; ECMMPC
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Ethyl 2-Chloro-4-Methyl-6-(Methylthio)Pyrimidine-5-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the compound meets the high-purity standards required for research and process chemistry. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profile as determined by HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	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.