Description

5-Chloro-2-Methoxypyrimidine-4-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity pyrimidine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals, where its unique halogenated methoxypyrimidine scaffold enables precise molecular modifications. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating new compounds with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and production of antiviral, anticancer, and other small-molecule drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a versatile precursor in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new heterocyclic chemistry and material science.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the synthesis of specialized ligands for metal complexes and catalysts used in fine chemical processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-2-Methoxypyrimidine-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	38275-36-4
Molecular Formula	C7H5ClN2O3
Molecular Weight	200.58 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Pyrimidinecarboxylic acid, 5-chloro-2-methoxy-; 5-Chloro-2-methoxy-4-pyrimidinecarboxylic acid; 2-Methoxy-5-chloropyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid; 38275-36-4; 5-Chloro-2-methoxypyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid; 4-Carboxy-5-chloro-2-methoxypyrimidine
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Quality Control

Our production of 5-Chloro-2-Methoxypyrimidine-4-Carboxylic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The material is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.