Description

Ethyl 4-Amino-2-Methylpyrimidine-5-Carboxylate is a high-purity pyrimidine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty agrochemicals. It is essential for research and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality synthetic precursors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of vitamin B1 (thiamine) and related analogs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of certain classes of herbicides and fungicides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in medicinal chemistry for creating novel heterocyclic compounds.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in multi-step organic synthesis for introducing the pyrimidine moiety.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-Amino-2-Methylpyrimidine-5-Carboxylate
CAS No.	5472-46-8
Molecular Formula	C9H13N3O2
Molecular Weight	195.22 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Amino-2-methyl-5-pyrimidinecarboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 4-amino-2-methyl-5-pyrimidinecarboxylate; 5-Carbethoxy-4-amino-2-methylpyrimidine; 4-Amino-2-methylpyrimidine-5-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 2-Methyl-4-amino-5-ethoxycarbonylpyrimidine; NSC 403697; Ethyl 2-methyl-4-aminopyrimidine-5-carboxylate
EINECS	226-804-1

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-Amino-2-Methylpyrimidine-5-Carboxylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and agrochemical applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to air and humidity.

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	≤ 20 ppm

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