Description

2-Chloro-4-Methyl-5-Nitropyrimidine is a versatile heterocyclic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its functionalized pyrimidine ring, which serves as a key intermediate for constructing complex molecules with targeted biological activities. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for antiviral, anticancer, and kinase inhibitor therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a valuable scaffold in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Material Science: Potential building block for creating specialized polymers, ligands, or organic electronic materials.
• Custom Synthesis: Employed by contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs) for bespoke chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-4-Methyl-5-Nitropyrimidine
CAS No.	97821-70-0
Molecular Formula	C5H4ClN3O2
Molecular Weight	173.56 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2-chloro-4-methylpyrimidine; 4-Methyl-2-chloro-5-nitropyrimidine; 2-Chloro-4-methyl-5-nitro-pyrimidine; 97821-70-0; Pyrimidine, 2-chloro-4-methyl-5-nitro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-4-Methyl-5-Nitropyrimidine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, 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 to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider using an inert atmosphere to minimize oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5% Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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