Description

Ethyl 2-Chloro-6-Methylpyrimidine-4-Carboxylate is a high-purity pyrimidine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to construct complex heterocyclic frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting kinase inhibition and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the pyrimidine core is essential for bioactivity.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold for constructing diverse heterocyclic libraries in medicinal and combinatorial chemistry.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate for the development of organic electronic materials and specialty polymers.
• Custom Synthesis: Employed by contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs) for bespoke chemical synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Chloro-6-Methylpyrimidine-4-Carboxylate
CAS No.	265328-14-1
Molecular Formula	C9H11ClN2O2
Molecular Weight	214.65 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-6-methylpyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-chloro-6-methyl-4-pyrimidinecarboxylate; 4-Pyrimidinecarboxylic acid, 2-chloro-6-methyl-, ethyl ester; 2-Chloro-6-methyl-4-pyrimidinecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (2-chloro-6-methylpyrimidin-4-yl)carboxylate; 265328-14-1; 6-Methyl-2-chloropyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Chloro-6-Methylpyrimidine-4-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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