Ethyl 4-chloropyrimidine-5-carboxylate is a chemical compound characterized by its pyrimidine ring structure, which includes a chlorine substituent at the 4-position and an ethyl ester functional group at the 5-position. This compound typically appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on its purity and form. It is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and dichloromethane, but has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic ethyl group and the presence of the aromatic pyrimidine ring. Ethyl 4-chloropyrimidine-5-carboxylate is often utilized in organic synthesis, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, owing to its ability to serve as a building block for more complex molecules. The presence of the chlorine atom can enhance its reactivity, making it a valuable intermediate in various chemical reactions, including nucleophilic substitutions and coupling reactions. Safety precautions should be observed when handling this compound, as it may pose health risks if ingested or inhaled.

ethyl 4-chloropyrimidine-5-carboxylate

41103-17-7: 5-Pyrimidinecarboxylic acid, 4-chloro-, ethyl ester, 4-Chloro-Pyrimidine-5-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester

Ethyl 4-chloropyrimidine-5-carboxylate

4-Chloro-pyrimidine-5-carboxylic acid ethyl ester is a reactant with the formula C6H4ClN2O. It can be used in organic synthesis as a building block for triptycenes, amines and 2-aminopyridine. This compound reacts with ethanol to form linear compounds, or with cyclic compounds to form tricycles. 4-Chloro-pyrimidine-5-carboxylic acid ethyl ester is soluble in water and ethanol. It has a melting point of 121°C, boiling point of 215°C, density of 1.14 g/mL, and refractive index of 1.853 (20°C).

CAS 41103-17-7: ethyl 4-chloropyrimidine-5-carboxylate

Ethyl 4-chloropyrimidine-5-carboxylate

Ref: 54-OR951693

4-Chloro-pyrimidine-5-carboxylic acid ethyl ester

Ref: 3D-FC57374

Ethyl 4-chloropyrimidine-5-carboxylate

Ref: 10-F076053

Ethyl 4-chloropyrimidine-5-carboxylate

Ref: IN-DA003QA6