Description

Methyl 6-Chloro-2-Methylsulfanyl-Pyrimidine-4-Carboxylate is a high-purity pyrimidine derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its versatile reactivity, particularly as a building block for constructing complex heterocyclic systems found in active pharmaceutical ingredients and agrochemicals. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds with enhanced biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those targeting kinase inhibition and other enzymatic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the pyrimidine core's bioactivity.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry and process chemistry optimization in laboratory settings.
• Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) Manufacturing: Employed in the scaled-up production of APIs that contain functionalized pyrimidine moieties.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of organic electronic materials and ligands for catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 6-Chloro-2-Methylsulfanyl-Pyrimidine-4-Carboxylate
CAS No.	6311-74-6
Molecular Formula	C7H7ClN2O2S
Molecular Weight	218.66 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 6-chloro-2-(methylthio)pyrimidine-4-carboxylate; 6-Chloro-2-(methylthio)pyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 2-Methylsulfanyl-6-chloro-pyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 6-chloro-2-methylmercaptopyrimidine-4-carboxylate; 4-Pyrimidinecarboxylic acid, 6-chloro-2-(methylthio)-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-(methylthio)-6-chloropyrimidine-4-carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 6-Chloro-2-Methylsulfanyl-Pyrimidine-4-Carboxylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and agrochemical R&D and manufacturing.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

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.