Description

2,4-Dimethyl-6-Hydroxypyrimidine is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a key building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its pyrimidine core structure makes it a valuable intermediate for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty fine chemicals. This product is essential for research and manufacturing chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking high-purity intermediates for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with pyrimidine-based structures, such as certain antiviral and anticancer agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where the pyrimidine ring contributes to biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals requiring a substituted pyrimidine moiety.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and developing novel synthetic methodologies.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or additive for creating polymers and advanced materials with specific electronic or optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dimethyl-6-Hydroxypyrimidine
CAS No.	6622-92-0
Molecular Formula	C6H8N2O
Molecular Weight	124.14 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Hydroxy-2,4-dimethylpyrimidine; 2,4-Dimethyl-6-pyrimidinol; 6-Hydroxy-2,4-dimethyl-1,3-diazine; 2,4-Dimethylpyrimidin-6-ol; NSC 403697
EINECS	229-577-5

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dimethyl-6-Hydroxypyrimidine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding synthesis applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product quality and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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