6-Chloro-4-hydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine

• CAT Number: R031680
• CAS Number: 17551-52-9
• Molecular Formula: C5H5ClN2O
• Molecular Weight: 144.558
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 4-Chloro-2-methyl-6-hydroxypyrimidine; 6-Chloro-2-methyl-4(3H)-pyrimidone; 6-Chloro-2-methyl-4-pyrimidinol; 6-Chloro-2-methylpyrimidin-4-one; NSC 165654
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 6-chloro-2-methyl-1H-pyrimidin-4-one
• InChI: InChI=1S/C5H5ClN2O/c1-3-7-4(6)2-5(9)8-3/h2H,1H3,(H,7,8,9)
• InChIKey: QNANRGHPXMUJQC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC1=NC(=O)C=C(N1)Cl

6-Chloro-4-hydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine is a heterocyclic organic compound featuring a pyrimidine ring with a chlorine atom at the 6-position, a hydroxyl group at the 4-position, and a methyl group at the 2-position. This compound is often used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and bioactive molecules, particularly in the production of antiviral and antimicrobial agents. Its structure allows for diverse chemical modifications, making it valuable for creating derivatives that target specific biological pathways. Researchers utilize 6-Chloro-4-hydroxy-2-methylpyrimidine in medicinal chemistry to explore new therapeutic compounds and optimize drug efficacy.