Description

Pyrazinecarbonitrile is a versatile heterocyclic nitrile building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its reactive cyano group attached to the pyrazine ring, enabling the construction of complex molecules for high-value applications. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for antiviral and anticancer agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the pyrazine scaffold for biological activity.
• Ligand and Chelator Building Block: Serves as a starting material for creating complexing agents and ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Heterocyclic Chemistry Research: A fundamental reagent for constructing fused heterocyclic systems in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Specialty Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional pyrazine units into polymer chains, altering material properties.
• Electronic Material Precursor: Investigated for use in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and conductive materials.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Pyrazinecarbonitrile
CAS No.	19847-12-2
Molecular Formula	C5H3N3
Molecular Weight	105.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Pyrazine-2-carbonitrile; 2-Cyanopyrazine; Pyrazine-2-carbonitrile; 2-Pyrazinecarbonitrile; Pyrazinecarbonitrile; Pyrazinyl cyanide; 2-Pyrazinyl cyanide; Pyrazine-2-nitrile
EINECS	243-357-4

Quality Control

Our Pyrazinecarbonitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%

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