Description

Pyrazinecarboxylic Acid, 3-[[(Dimethylamino)Methylene]Amino]-, Methyl Ester is a specialized heterocyclic building block featuring a pyrazine core functionalized with an enamine ester moiety. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators with specific modes of action.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating complex chelating ligands used in catalysis or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Employed in the research of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, or advanced dyes and pigments.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to build molecular probes for studying enzyme function or cellular pathways.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodology development and exploratory chemistry in university and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pyrazinecarboxylic Acid, 3-[[(Dimethylamino)Methylene]Amino]-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	134540-17-3
Molecular Formula	C9H12N4O2
Molecular Weight	208.22 g/mol
Synonyms	3-[(Dimethylaminomethylene)amino]pyrazine-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-[[(dimethylamino)methylene]amino]pyrazine-2-carboxylate; 3-(N',N'-Dimethylformamidino)pyrazine-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 2-Pyrazinecarboxylic acid, 3-[[(dimethylamino)methylene]amino]-, methyl ester; (E)-Methyl 3-((dimethylamino)methyleneamino)pyrazine-2-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our production of Pyrazinecarboxylic Acid, 3-[[(Dimethylamino)Methylene]Amino]-, Methyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.