Compound Q&A
How is 6-Chloro-1,3-dimethyl-2,4(1H,3H)-pyrimidinedione (CAS: 6972-27-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
6-Chloro-1,3-dimethyl-2,4(1H,3H)-pyrimidinedione is typically synthesized via the chlorination of 1,3-dimethyl-2,4(1H,3H)-pyrimidinedione. The reaction is usually catalyzed by Lewis acids such as aluminum chloride or ferric chloride. The yield is generally good, and the reaction is highly selective for the chlorination at the expected position. The final product is purified by recrystallization from an appropriate solvent.
About
CAS No
6972-27-6
English Name
6-Chloro-1,3-dimethyl-2,4(1H,3H)-pyrimidinedione
Molecular Formula
C6H7ClN2O2
Molecular Weight
174.59 g/mol
SMILES
CN1C(=CC(=O)N(C1=O)C)Cl
InChIKey
VATQPUHLFQHDBD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-01 21:42
