Description

2,4-Dihydroxypyrimidine-5-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile pyrimidine derivative that serves as a crucial building block in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both carboxylic acid and dihydroxypyrimidine moieties, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key starting material for the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other bioactive pyrimidine-based compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that target specific biochemical pathways.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile scaffold for creating complex molecules used in dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies of enzyme inhibitors and as a precursor for labeled compounds in metabolic pathway analysis.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or additive for creating novel organic electronic materials or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dihydroxypyrimidine-5-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	23945-44-0
Molecular Formula	C5H4N2O4
Molecular Weight	156.10 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Carboxyuracil; 5-Carboxy-2,4-dihydroxypyrimidine; 2,4-Dioxo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydropyrimidine-5-carboxylic acid; Isoorotic acid; Alloorotic acid; 6-Carboxy-2,4-dihydroxypyrimidine; 5-Uracilcarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dihydroxypyrimidine-5-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous 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 industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

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

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