Description

Pyrimidine, 4-(Chloromethyl)-2-Methyl- (9Ci) is a versatile halogenated pyrimidine derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring a reactive chloromethyl group on the pyrimidine core, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and functionalized molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for antiviral, anticancer, and central nervous system (CNS) active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the creation of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Essential reagent in academic and industrial labs for exploring new heterocyclic chemistry, cross-coupling reactions, and nucleophilic substitution pathways.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex colorants and functional dyes with specific light-absorbing properties.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare sophisticated chelating ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Pyrimidine, 4-(Chloromethyl)-2-Methyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	89967-01-1
Molecular Formula	C6H7ClN2
Molecular Weight	142.59 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Chloromethyl)-2-methylpyrimidine; 2-Methyl-4-(chloromethyl)pyrimidine; 4-Chloromethyl-2-methylpyrimidine; 2-Methyl-4-pyrimidinylmethyl chloride; (2-Methyl-4-pyrimidinyl)methyl chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Pyrimidine, 4-(Chloromethyl)-2-Methyl- (9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development applications. We provide comprehensive analytical data including HPLC purity, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request for every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.