2-Methyl-5-pyrimidinemethanol

2-Methyl-5-pyrimidinemethanol - Names and Identifiers

Name	(2-methylpyrimidin-5-yl)methanol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-5-pyrimidinemethanol 5-Pyrimidinemethanol, 2-methyl- (2-methylpyrimidin-5-yl)methanol 5-Pyrimidinemethanol, 2-methyl- (7CI,8CI,9CI)
CAS	2239-83-0
InChI	InChI=1/C6H8N2O/c1-5-7-2-6(4-9)3-8-5/h2-3,9H,4H2,1H3

2-Methyl-5-pyrimidinemethanol - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C6H8N2O
Molar Mass	124.14
Density	1.171
Melting Point	102-103°C
Boling Point	237°C
Flash Point	97.1°C
Vapor Presure	0.0253mmHg at 25°C
Appearance	White crystalline solid
pKa	13.45±0.10(Predicted)
Storage Condition	Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
Refractive Index	1.549

2-Methyl-5-pyrimidinemethanol - Introduction

(2-methylpyrimidin-5-yl)methanol, chemical formula C7H9N2O, is an organic compound. The following is a description of its nature, use, preparation and safety information:

Nature:
-Appearance:(2-methylpyrimidin-5-yl)methanol is a colorless solid or liquid.
-Solubility: It is soluble in water and some organic solvents, such as ethanol and ether.
-Melting point: Its melting point is about 83-84 ° C.
-Stability:(2-methylpyrimidin-5-yl)methanol is a relatively stable compound.

Use:
-Chemical synthesis: It can be used as an intermediate in organic synthesis.
-Drug research: It has the effect of antiprotozoa and is used to study antiprotozoa drugs.
-Pesticide research: In the field of pesticide research, there are also some related applied research.

Method:
(2-methylpyrimidin-5-yl)methanol can be synthesized by the following steps:
1.2-methyl -5-pyrimidine formaldehyde is reacted with a reducing agent (such as sodium hydrogen phosphite) to obtain 2-methyl -5-pyrimidine carboxylic acid.
2. Further react with a reducing agent (such as hydrogen) to obtain (2-methylpyrimidin-5-yl)methanol.

Safety Information:
- (2-methylpyrimidin-5-yl)methanol is moderately toxic and should comply with safety procedures.
-During operation and use, avoid inhalation, touching the skin and eyes, and ensure good ventilation conditions.
-During storage, keep it away from oxidants and fire sources, and keep the container sealed to avoid contact with air and moisture.
-If contact or inhalation occurs, medical assistance should be obtained immediately, and the container or label should be provided to the doctor.

Last Update：2024-04-09 02:00:44