Description

Ethyl 2-Ethylpyrimidine-5-Carboxylate is a high-purity pyrimidine derivative, a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile and reactive ester-substituted pyrimidine core for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it serves as a key intermediate for active ingredient synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for antiviral, anticancer, and central nervous system (CNS) active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the pyrimidine ring's bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry, enabling structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Ethylpyrimidine-5-Carboxylate
CAS No.	72790-13-7
Molecular Formula	C9H12N2O2
Molecular Weight	180.20 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Carbethoxy-2-ethylpyrimidine; Ethyl 5-pyrimidinecarboxylate, 2-ethyl-; 2-Ethylpyrimidine-5-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 5-(Ethoxycarbonyl)-2-ethylpyrimidine; Ethyl 2-ethyl-5-pyrimidinecarboxylate; 72790-13-7; 2-Ethyl-5-pyrimidinecarboxylic acid ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Every batch of Ethyl 2-Ethylpyrimidine-5-Carboxylate is manufactured and tested under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.