Description

Methyl 3-Amino-2-Pyrazinecarboxylate is a versatile pyrazine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both an amino and an ester group on the pyrazine core, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the pyrazine scaffold's bioactivity.
• Ligand and Chelator Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and functional dyes due to its electron-deficient aromatic system.
• Academic & Contract Research: A standard reagent in university and CRO laboratories for methodological studies and library synthesis in medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Amino-2-Pyrazinecarboxylate
CAS No.	16298-03-6
Molecular Formula	C6H7N3O2
Molecular Weight	153.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Amino-2-pyrazinecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-aminopyrazine-2-carboxylate; 2-Pyrazinecarboxylic acid, 3-amino-, methyl ester; 3-Amino-2-methoxycarbonylpyrazine; 3-Aminopyrazine-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Amino-2-Pyrazinecarboxylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes results from HPLC, NMR, and other relevant spectroscopic methods. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and cGMP-grade pharmaceutical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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