Description

2-Mercapto-4,6-Dimethylpyrimidine Sodium Salt is a versatile organosulfur compound and a key building block in heterocyclic chemistry. Its value lies in its reactivity as a nucleophile and its role as a precursor for more complex pyrimidine derivatives. This chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used in the synthesis of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing modified pyrimidine cores for antiviral or anticancer applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the biological activity of the mercaptopyrimidine moiety.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: Serves as a ligand in coordination chemistry for metal complexes, useful in catalysis and material science.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of sulfur-containing functional groups into complex molecules.
• Polymer Additive Precursor: Can be utilized in the synthesis of specialty monomers or additives that impart specific properties to polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Mercapto-4,6-Dimethylpyrimidine Sodium Salt
CAS No.	41840-27-1
Molecular Formula	C6H7N2NaS
Molecular Weight	162.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4,6-Dimethyl-2-mercaptopyrimidine sodium salt; Sodium 4,6-dimethyl-2-mercaptopyrimidine; 2-Mercapto-4,6-dimethylpyrimidine, sodium derivative; 4,6-Dimethyl-2-pyrimidinethiol sodium salt; 2-Thiol-4,6-dimethylpyrimidine sodium salt; 4,6-Dimethyl-2-thiopyrimidone sodium salt; DMPT-Na
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Quality Control

Our 2-Mercapto-4,6-Dimethylpyrimidine Sodium Salt is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place 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 absorption of atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using an inert atmosphere to minimize oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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