Pyrimidine-2-carboxylic acid (CAS 31462-67-0) is a heterocyclic organic compound with the molecular formula C5H4N2O2. It serves as a critical building block in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and organic synthesis.
Parameter | Value | Comparison (Similar Compounds) |
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Molecular Weight | 140.10 g/mol | Pyridine-2-carboxylic acid: 123.11 g/mol |
Melting Point | 245-250°C | Pyrazine-2-carboxylic acid: 260°C |
Solubility | Soluble in DMSO, slightly in water | Thiazole-4-carboxylic acid: Insoluble in water |
Used in synthesizing antiviral agents (e.g., HIV protease inhibitors) and anticancer drugs due to its ability to modulate biological activity.
Integral in herbicides and fungicides, enhancing crop protection by targeting enzymatic pathways in pests.
Acts as a ligand for metal catalysts in asymmetric synthesis, improving reaction efficiency in cross-coupling reactions.
Process: Pyrimidine-2-carboxylic acid is reacted with aminopyridines under Pd-catalyzed conditions to form core structures for HIV-1 inhibitors. Yield: 82-89%.
Process: Incorporated into pre-emergent herbicides to inhibit acetolactate synthase (ALS) in weeds. Field trials show 95% weed suppression.
Challenge: Low yield in kinase inhibitor synthesis.
Solution: Used pyrimidine-2-carboxylic acid as a coupling agent.
Result: Yield increased from 45% to 78%; project completed 3 weeks ahead of schedule.
Challenge: Resistance to existing fungicides.
Solution: Developed a new pyrimidine-based formulation.
Result: 40% broader pathogen coverage with reduced environmental toxicity.
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