Description

Methyl 5-Nitro-2,6-Dioxo-3H-Pyrimidine-4-Carboxylate is a high-value, heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its core value lies in its functionalized pyrimidine scaffold, which is essential for constructing complex molecules with targeted biological and material properties. This product is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its nitro and carboxylate functionalities.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic systems in academic and industrial research laboratories.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or functional component in the development of specialized polymers and advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 5-Nitro-2,6-Dioxo-3H-Pyrimidine-4-Carboxylate
CAS No.	6311-73-5
Molecular Formula	C7H5N3O6
Molecular Weight	227.13 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2,6-dioxo-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-nitroorotate; 5-Nitroorotic acid methyl ester; 4-Carbomethoxy-5-nitrouracil; Methyl 5-nitrobarbiturate; 5-Nitro-2,4,6-trioxohexahydropyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 5-Nitro-2,6-Dioxo-3H-Pyrimidine-4-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation and to minimize degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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.