Description

2-Pyrimidineacetic Acid, 4-Amino-5-Carboxy- (8Ci) is a heterocyclic organic compound featuring both amino and carboxylic acid functional groups on a pyrimidine backbone. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a versatile and valuable building block for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a crucial scaffold or reagent in medicinal chemistry for drug discovery and development programs.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed as a specialized building block for creating complex molecules with specific electronic or steric properties.
• Ligand and Chelator Synthesis: Utilized in the development of metal-chelating agents or ligands for catalysis and material science.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental compound for synthetic organic chemistry research in university and corporate laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Pyrimidineacetic Acid, 4-Amino-5-Carboxy- (8Ci)
CAS No.	21346-57-6
Molecular Formula	C7H7N3O4
Molecular Weight	197.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Amino-5-carboxy-2-pyrimidineacetic acid; 4-Amino-2-pyrimidineacetic-5-carboxylic acid; 4-Amino-5-carboxypyrimidine-2-acetic acid; 2-Pyrimidineacetic acid, 4-amino-5-carboxy-; 4-Amino-5-carboxy-2-pyrimidinylacetic acid; 4-Amino-5-carboxy-2-pyrimidine acetic acid; 4-Amino-5-carboxy-2-pyrimidineacetic acid (8CI)
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Pyrimidineacetic Acid, 4-Amino-5-Carboxy- (8Ci) adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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