Description

5-Pyrimidinecarboxylicacid,2-Ethyl-(9Ci) CAS NO 72790-16-0 is a specialized pyrimidine derivative, a heterocyclic building block of significant value in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value proposition lies in its role as a key intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require high-purity, structurally defined intermediates for their synthetic routes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzymes and receptors where the pyrimidine core is a key pharmacophore.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for the manufacture of complex specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and for creating compound libraries in high-throughput screening.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The carboxylic acid and pyrimidine nitrogen atoms provide sites for coordination, making it useful in designing novel ligands for catalytic systems.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-Pyrimidinecarboxylicacid,2-Ethyl-(9Ci)
CAS No.	72790-16-0
Molecular Formula	C7H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	152.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethylpyrimidine-5-carboxylic acid; 5-Carboxy-2-ethylpyrimidine; 2-Ethyl-5-pyrimidinecarboxylic acid; 72790-16-0; Pyrimidine-5-carboxylic acid, 2-ethyl-; 2-Ethylpyrimidine-5-carboxylate; 2-Ethyl-5-carboxypyrimidine
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Pyrimidinecarboxylicacid,2-Ethyl-(9Ci) is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the compound meets the high-purity standards required for research and commercial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment, and we support custom purity grades to meet specific project requirements.

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). The product is compatible with strong acid/organic solvent environments but should be kept separate from strong bases and oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to maintain integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder/crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Standard Grade)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.