Chemical Name: | 2-bromo-4-methoxypyrimidine |
CAS Number: | 944709-74-4 |
Product Number: | AG00H7HN(AGN-PC-0570G1) |
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Molecular Formula: | C5H5BrN2O |
Molecular Weight: | 189.0100 |
2-Bromo-6-methoxypyrimidine, known for its versatile reactivity and unique structural properties, is a valuable building block in chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and materials. Its inherent bromine and methoxy groups offer multiple opportunities for functionalization, allowing for the modification of its chemical structure to create diverse derivatives with specific properties. In organic synthesis, 2-Bromo-6-methoxypyrimidine is commonly used as a nucleophilic and electrophilic reagent, participating in reactions such as Suzuki coupling, Heck coupling, and Buchwald–Hartwig amination. Additionally, its pyrimidine core provides a scaffold for the construction of complex molecules, making it an indispensable tool for medicinal and material chemists seeking to develop novel compounds with tailored properties and functions.