Description

(4-Chloro-6-Methylpyrimidin-2-Yl)Acetic Acid is a high-purity pyrimidine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized acetic acid moiety attached to a halogenated pyrimidine ring, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzymes and receptors where the pyrimidine scaffold is active.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogen and carboxylic acid functional groups for further derivatization.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile building block for creating libraries of novel heterocyclic compounds in medicinal and materials chemistry.
• Ligand and Complex Formation: The carboxylic acid group allows for coordination chemistry, useful in creating metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or catalytic ligands.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of specialty chemicals requiring a specific, functionalized pyrimidine core.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Chloro-6-Methylpyrimidin-2-Yl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	66621-89-4
Molecular Formula	C7H7ClN2O2
Molecular Weight	186.60 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Chloro-6-methylpyrimidin-2-yl)acetic acid; (4-Chloro-6-methyl-2-pyrimidinyl)acetic Acid; 4-Chloro-6-methylpyrimidine-2-acetic acid; 66621-89-4; Acetic acid, (4-chloro-6-methyl-2-pyrimidinyl)-; 2-(4-Chloro-6-methylpyrimidin-2-yl)ethanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (4-Chloro-6-Methylpyrimidin-2-Yl)Acetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting research and industrial standards. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with batch-specific results is provided to guarantee traceability and 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). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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.