Description

3-(2-Oxo-2-Phenylethyl)-5,6-Dihydropyrazin-2(1H)-One is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound featuring a dihydropyrazinone core with a phenacyl substituent, serving as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate. Its molecular architecture makes it a critical building block for the development of novel pharmaceuticals and advanced materials, where precise chemical functionality is paramount. This compound is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive heterocyclic structure.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a building block for creating complex molecules in custom synthesis and process development for specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a valuable reagent in medicinal chemistry programs for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of organic ligands for catalysts or in the development of novel polymers with specific electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Oxo-2-Phenylethyl)-5,6-Dihydropyrazin-2(1H)-One
CAS No.	1821-59-6
Molecular Formula	C12H12N2O2
Molecular Weight	216.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4,5,6-Tetrahydro-3-(2-oxo-2-phenylethyl)-2(1H)-pyrazinone; 3-Phenacyl-5,6-dihydro-2(1H)-pyrazinone; 3-(2-Oxo-2-phenylethyl)-1,4,5,6-tetrahydro-2H-pyrazin-2-one; 1821-59-6; 3-Phenacyl-1,4,5,6-tetrahydropyrazin-2-one; 5,6-Dihydro-3-(2-oxo-2-phenylethyl)pyrazin-2(1H)-one
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Quality Control

Our 3-(2-Oxo-2-Phenylethyl)-5,6-Dihydropyrazin-2(1H)-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The compound may be light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.