Description

5,6-Dimethyl-4-Pyrimidinecarboxylic Acid is a high-purity pyrimidine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to create novel heterocyclic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting kinase inhibition or acting as antivirals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a functionalized backbone for creating complex chelating ligands and organocatalysts.
• Material Science Research: Building block for synthesizing organic semiconductors, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and other functional materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzymatic activity and biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,6-Dimethyl-4-Pyrimidinecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	933745-98-3
Molecular Formula	C7H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	152.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Pyrimidinecarboxylic acid, 5,6-dimethyl-; 5,6-Dimethylpyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid; 5,6-Dimethyl-4-carboxypyrimidine; 5,6-Dimethyl-4-pyrimidine carboxylic acid; 933745-98-3; 5,6-Dimethyl-4-pyrimidinecarboxylic acid; 4-Carboxy-5,6-dimethylpyrimidine
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Quality Control

Our 5,6-Dimethyl-4-Pyrimidinecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with 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 after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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