Description

6-Ethyl-4-Hydroxy-2-Mercaptopyrimidine is a versatile heterocyclic building block and intermediate of significant importance in fine chemical synthesis. Its core value lies in its functionalized pyrimidine ring, which serves as a key scaffold for constructing more complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in antiviral and anticancer research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile precursor for creating complex heterocyclic compounds and ligands in coordination chemistry.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and specialty polymers.
• Biochemical Tool: Can be utilized in the study of enzyme inhibition and as a probe in biochemical assays.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Ethyl-4-Hydroxy-2-Mercaptopyrimidine
CAS No.	53939-83-6
Molecular Formula	C6H8N2OS
Molecular Weight	156.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-6-ethyl-2-mercaptopyrimidine; 2-Mercapto-6-ethyl-4-hydroxypyrimidine; 6-Ethyl-2-mercapto-4-pyrimidinol; 4-Hydroxy-6-ethylpyrimidine-2-thiol; 2-Thio-6-ethyl-4-hydroxypyrimidine; 6-Ethyl-4-pyrimidinol-2-thiol; 2-Mercapto-4-hydroxy-6-ethylpyrimidine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Ethyl-4-Hydroxy-2-Mercaptopyrimidine is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

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.