CAS 1017794-50-1

2-Pyrimidinemethanesulfonyl chloride

Description:

2-Pyrimidinemethanesulfonyl chloride is an organic compound characterized by the presence of a pyrimidine ring and a sulfonyl chloride functional group. Its molecular structure features a pyrimidine moiety, which is a six-membered aromatic ring containing two nitrogen atoms at the 1 and 3 positions, attached to a methanesulfonyl chloride group. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on its form and purity. It is known for its reactivity, particularly due to the sulfonyl chloride group, which can participate in nucleophilic substitution reactions, making it useful in organic synthesis, especially for the introduction of sulfonamide functionalities into various substrates. Additionally, it may exhibit moderate to high toxicity, necessitating careful handling and appropriate safety measures during use. Its applications can extend to pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where it serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules.

Formula: C₅H₅ClN₂O₂S

InChI: InChI=1S/C5H5ClN2O2S/c6-11(9,10)4-5-7-2-1-3-8-5/h1-3H,4H2

InChI key: InChIKey=PQVJXGWFBWURJP-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(S(Cl)(=O)=O)C=1N=CC=CN1

Synonyms:

• 2-Pyrimidinemethanesulfonyl chloride
• (Pyrimidin-2-yl)methanesulfonyl chloride