Description

Methyl 6-Chloropyrimidine-4-Carboxylate is a versatile and high-purity organic building block essential for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals, where its specific pyrimidine scaffold is highly valued. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those targeting kinase inhibition and other biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile building block in medicinal chemistry and process chemistry for creating novel compound libraries.
• Material Science: Potential use in the synthesis of organic ligands and functional materials for electronic or catalytic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 6-Chloropyrimidine-4-Carboxylate
CAS No.	6627-22-1
Molecular Formula	C7H5ClN2O2
Molecular Weight	184.58 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Chloro-4-pyrimidinecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 6-chloro-4-pyrimidinecarboxylate; 6-Chloropyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 6-chloropyrimidine-4-carboxylate; 4-Pyrimidinecarboxylic acid, 6-chloro-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-chloro-6-pyrimidinecarboxylate (alternate numbering)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 6-Chloropyrimidine-4-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and traceability.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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%

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