Description

4-Chloro-2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-6-Methylpyrimidine is a high-purity pyrimidine derivative, a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to create novel molecules with specific biological activities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Used in the creation of organic ligands for catalysis and functional materials.
• Chemical Biology: Serves as a core scaffold for designing molecular probes and biochemical tools.
• Custom Synthesis: Employed by contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs) for client-specific molecule construction.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-6-Methylpyrimidine
CAS No.	66744-01-2
Molecular Formula	C11H8Cl2N2
Molecular Weight	239.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-4-chloro-6-methylpyrimidine; 4-Chloro-2-(p-chlorophenyl)-6-methylpyrimidine; 6-Methyl-2,4-bis(4-chlorophenyl)pyrimidine (common misnomer); 4-Chloro-2-(4'-chlorophenyl)-6-methylpyrimidine; 66744-01-2; Pyrimidine, 4-chloro-2-(4-chlorophenyl)-6-methyl-; 2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-4-chloro-6-methyl-pyrimidine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-6-Methylpyrimidine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee supply reliability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

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.