Description

4,6-Dichloro-5-Methylpyrimidine is a versatile halogenated pyrimidine building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its reactivity, where the chlorine atoms serve as excellent leaving groups for nucleophilic substitution reactions, enabling the construction of complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, kinase inhibitors, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a building block for creating functional polymers, ligands, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and enzyme inhibitors for biochemical research.
• Custom Synthesis: A starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and fine chemical companies performing bespoke synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,6-Dichloro-5-Methylpyrimidine
CAS No.	4316-97-6
Molecular Formula	C5H4Cl2N2
Molecular Weight	162.99 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-4,6-dichloropyrimidine; 4,6-Dichloro-5-methyl-1,3-diazine; 4,6-Dichloro-5-methyl-pyrimidine; 5-Methyl-4,6-dichloro-1,3-diazine; NSC 403697; 1,3-Diazine, 4,6-dichloro-5-methyl-; 4,6-Dichloro-5-methyl-1,3-diazine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,6-Dichloro-5-Methylpyrimidine is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and manufacturing specifications.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

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.