Description

5-Pyrimidineethanol, 4-Methyl- (8Ci) is a versatile pyrimidine derivative, a key heterocyclic building block prized for its functionalized ethanol side chain. This compound is essential for advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals. It serves as a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to create complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other biologically active molecules targeting pyrimidine-based pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the pyrimidine core for targeted activity.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for creating complex ligands, catalysts, and specialty polymers requiring specific heterocyclic functionality.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in the study of enzyme inhibitors and as a molecular probe in metabolic pathway analysis due to its structural similarity to natural pyrimidines.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or additive for advanced materials, such as liquid crystals or conductive polymers, where the heterocyclic unit modifies electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Pyrimidineethanol, 4-Methyl- (8Ci)
CAS No.	22126-42-7
Molecular Formula	C7H10N2O
Molecular Weight	138.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-5-pyrimidineethanol; 2-(4-Methylpyrimidin-5-yl)ethanol; 5-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-4-methylpyrimidine; 4-Methyl-5-(2-hydroxyethyl)pyrimidine; (4-Methylpyrimidin-5-yl)ethanol; 22126-42-7; 5-Pyrimidineethanol, 4-methyl-
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Pyrimidineethanol, 4-Methyl- is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and purity for research and industrial use. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to meet the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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