Description

4-Hydroxy-6-Methyl-2-(2-Pyridyl)Pyrimidine is a heterocyclic organic compound featuring a pyrimidine core substituted with a hydroxymethyl group and a pyridyl moiety. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators due to its bioactive pyrimidine structure.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a versatile ligand or precursor for metal-organic complexes in catalysis and material science.
• Organic Electronics: Potential building block for electron-transport materials or organic semiconductors in OLED or photovoltaic research.
• Chemical Research & Development: Fundamental reagent for constructing complex heterocyclic systems in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments requiring specific light-absorption properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-6-Methyl-2-(2-Pyridyl)Pyrimidine
CAS No.	55417-80-6
Molecular Formula	C10H9N3O
Molecular Weight	187.20 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methyl-2-(2-pyridinyl)-4(3H)-pyrimidinone; 2-(2-Pyridyl)-6-methyl-4-hydroxypyrimidine; 4-Hydroxy-6-methyl-2-(2-pyridinyl)pyrimidine; 4(3H)-Pyrimidinone, 6-methyl-2-(2-pyridinyl)-; 6-Methyl-2-(pyridin-2-yl)pyrimidin-4-ol; 4-Hydroxy-6-methyl-2-(2-pyridyl)pyrimidine; HMPP
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Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-6-Methyl-2-(2-Pyridyl)Pyrimidine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

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 strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.