Description

4(1H)-Pyrimidinethione, 2-(Trifluoromethyl)- is a versatile heterocyclic building block characterized by a reactive thione group and a stable trifluoromethyl substituent. This compound is of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of novel pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where the CF₃ group is prized for its ability to modulate lipophilicity and metabolic stability. It serves as a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in medicinal chemistry, crop protection, and materials science, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for antiviral, anticancer, and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the pyrimidine-thione core.
• Material Science: Used in the creation of specialty polymers, ligands for catalysis, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile scaffold for nucleophilic substitution and metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to introduce sulfur-containing functionalities.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Utilized in life science research as a probe or inhibitor to study enzymatic processes and biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	4(1H)-Pyrimidinethione, 2-(Trifluoromethyl)-
CAS No.	672-43-5
Molecular Formula	C₅H₃F₃N₂S
Molecular Weight	180.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Trifluoromethyl)-4(1H)-pyrimidinethione; 2-(Trifluoromethyl)pyrimidine-4-thiol; 4-Hydroxy-2-(trifluoromethyl)pyrimidine; 2-Trifluoromethyl-4-mercaptopyrimidine; 4-Mercapto-2-(trifluoromethyl)pyrimidine; 4-Thioxo-2-(trifluoromethyl)-3,4-dihydropyrimidine; 672-43-5; 2-Trifluoromethyl-4-pyrimidinethiol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4(1H)-Pyrimidinethione, 2-(Trifluoromethyl)- is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment supports applications in GMP and research-grade environments.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

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%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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