4,6-Dimethylpyrimidine, CAS No. 1558-17-4

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1558-17-4

Catalog No. EBD53721

CAS 1558-17-4

Name 4,6-Dimethylpyrimidine

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Basic Information

Synonyms: 4,6-dimethyl-pyrimidin pyrimidine,4,6-dimethyl- dimethylpyrimidinetech 4,6-dimethylpyrimidine,tech.,93+% pyrimidine,4,6-dimethyl-(6ci,7ci,8ci,9ci) 4,6-dimethylpyrimidine:tech.,94% 4,6-dimethylpyrimidine(97%) 3,3'-(Phenylimino)bispropiononitrile 4,6-Dimethylpyrimidine

Molecular Formula: C6H8N2

Molecular Weight: 108.14

MDL Number: MFCD00006116

Categories: Synthetic Chemistry > Basic Synthetic Reagents > Other Basic Synthetic Reagents

Product Description:

4,6-Dimethylpyrimidine is a heterocyclic organic compound featuring a pyrimidine ring substituted with methyl groups at the 4 and 6 positions. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor and serves as a versatile building block in organic synthesis. Its primary application is as a fundamental scaffold and intermediate in the synthesis of more complex heterocyclic compounds, particularly in medicinal and agrochemical research. It is a key precursor for the preparation of various pharmaceuticals, including potential kinase inhibitors and antiviral agents. Additionally, it finds use in the synthesis of herbicides and other bioactive molecules. The compound is also employed as a ligand in coordination chemistry and as a weak organic base in certain synthetic transformations. It requires careful handling due to its flammability and potential health hazards upon inhalation or skin contact.

Physical Properties

Boiling Point: 154 °C(lit.)

Flash Point: 46 °C

Density: 0.98 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)

Refractivity: n20/D 1.490(lit.)

Storage: Flammables area

Safety Information

Packing Level: III

Hazard Category: 3

Transport Codes: 1993C

Analytical Data

Appearance: clear yellowish liquid after melting