Compound Q&A
How is 2,4-Dimethylpyrimidine (CAS: 14331-54-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
2,4-Dimethylpyrimidine (CAS: 14331-54-5) can be synthesized via the condensation of methyl acetoacetate with ethyl cyanoacetate in the presence of a catalytic amount of hydrochloric acid. The reaction yields a high purity product with good selectivity and a yield of around 75-80%.
About
CAS No
14331-54-5
English Name
2,4-Dimethylpyrimidine
Molecular Formula
C6H8N2
Molecular Weight
108.14 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=NC(=NC=C1)C
InChIKey
PMCOWOCKUQWYRL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-01-01 10:50
