Description

1-(4-Methylpyrimidin-2-Yl)Ethan-1-One is a high-purity pyrimidine derivative, a crucial heterocyclic building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its defined structure and purity are essential for ensuring consistent reaction outcomes and high yields in complex multi-step processes. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the pyrimidine core imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, light-emitting materials, and other functional organic compounds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in heterocyclic chemistry and for scaling up synthetic routes in process chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the manufacture of complex, high-value specialty chemicals requiring precise molecular architecture.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-Methylpyrimidin-2-Yl)Ethan-1-One
CAS No.	71850-85-6
Molecular Formula	C7H8N2O
Molecular Weight	136.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Acetyl-4-methylpyrimidine; 1-(4-Methyl-2-pyrimidinyl)ethanone; 4-Methyl-2-acetylpyrimidine; Ethanone, 1-(4-methyl-2-pyrimidinyl)-; 71850-85-6; 4-Methylpyrimidin-2-yl methyl ketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 1-(4-Methylpyrimidin-2-Yl)Ethan-1-One is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the exacting standards required for research and commercial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

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.