Product Description
2-Methoxypyrimidine-5-carbaldehyde, also known as 2-Methoxy-5-formylpyrimidine, is a functionalized pyrimidine derivative with the molecular structure of a methoxy-substituted pyrimidine ring bearing an aldehyde group. It is a valuable heterocyclic building block for organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry research.
The compound is reported to have a melting point of 94–96°C, while its predicted boiling point is approximately 281.3 ± 32.0°C. The boiling point is an estimated value and should be treated as a reference rather than a confirmed experimental specification. Its physical appearance should be verified against the supplier's product specification and batch inspection results.
With its reactive aldehyde functionality and nitrogen-containing heterocyclic structure, 2-Methoxypyrimidine-5-carbaldehyde can be used in selected synthetic transformations to prepare functionalized pyrimidine derivatives and other specialty organic compounds. It is suitable for pharmaceutical intermediate research, heterocyclic chemistry, and laboratory-scale organic synthesis.
For proper storage and handling, keep the product in a tightly sealed container under the conditions specified in the supplier's Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
Product Parameters
| Melting point | 94-96 °C |
| Boiling point | 281.3±32.0 °C(Predicted) |
| Density | 1.238±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted) |
| Storage temp. | under inert gas (nitrogen or Argon) at 2-8°C |
| Form | solid |
| Pka | -0.41±0.22(Predicted) |
| Color | Yellow |
| Hazard Codes | Xi,Xn |
| Risk Statements | 22 |
| HazardClass | IRRITANT |
| HS Code | 2933599590 |
Application Scenarios
2-Methoxypyrimidine-5-carbaldehyde is a functionalized pyrimidine derivative used as a heterocyclic building block in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry research. Its aldehyde group and nitrogen-containing pyrimidine ring provide useful reactive sites for further chemical modification and the preparation of structurally diverse organic compounds.
Key Applications:
Pharmaceutical Intermediate Research: Used as a synthetic intermediate in the preparation of functionalized pyrimidine derivatives for pharmaceutical research and development.
Heterocyclic Compound Synthesis: Serves as a building block for the synthesis of substituted pyrimidine compounds and other nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
Organic Synthesis: Its aldehyde functionality supports selected chemical transformations, including condensation and derivatization reactions.
Medicinal Chemistry Research: Applied in the development and investigation of novel heterocyclic structures and potential bioactive compound candidates.
Fine Chemical Development: Suitable for laboratory research, synthetic route development, and the preparation of specialty organic intermediates.
Application Note: The specific applications of this compound depend on the target molecule and synthetic route. It is intended for chemical research and synthesis purposes rather than direct pharmaceutical or medical use.
