Description

Ethyl 4-Pyrimidinecarboxylate is a high-purity organic compound serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a versatile pyrimidine derivative, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and production of antiviral, anticancer, and other biologically active compounds containing the pyrimidine core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of modern herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific pyrimidine-based structures.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds, ligands, and functional materials.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a standard or starting material in methodological studies and process chemistry optimization within fine chemical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-Pyrimidinecarboxylate
CAS No.	62846-82-6
Molecular Formula	C7H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	152.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Pyrimidinecarboxylic acid, ethyl ester; Ethyl pyrimidine-4-carboxylate; 4-Carbethoxypyrimidine; Ethyl 4-pyrimidinecarboxylate; NSC 401564; Pyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 4-(Ethoxycarbonyl)pyrimidine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-Pyrimidinecarboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact us for specific recommendations.

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.