Description

4,6-Dimethylpyrimidine-2-Carbonitrile is a versatile heterocyclic nitrile compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual functionality, offering both a pyrimidine ring and a reactive cyano group for constructing complex molecular architectures. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of antiviral, anticancer, and central nervous system (CNS) active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing nitrogen-donor ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of novel organic electronic materials, dyes, and photoactive compounds.
• Custom Synthesis and R&D: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry and process research in contract research and development organizations (CROs/CDMOs).

Basic Information

Product Name	4,6-Dimethylpyrimidine-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	22126-16-5
Molecular Formula	C7H7N3
Molecular Weight	133.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-4,6-dimethylpyrimidine; 4,6-Dimethyl-2-pyrimidinecarbonitrile; 4,6-Dimethyl-2-cyanopyrimidine; 2-Pyrimidinecarbonitrile, 4,6-dimethyl-; NSC 403119; AKOS BBS-00004379
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,6-Dimethylpyrimidine-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

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.