Description

6-Methoxy-2-Pyrazinecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity pyrazine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized heterocyclic scaffold essential for constructing complex molecules with targeted biological activity. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders, anti-infectives, and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging the pyrazine core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or light-emitting components.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to build molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A vital starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving global clients.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methoxy-2-Pyrazinecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	136309-08-5
Molecular Formula	C8H10N2O3
Molecular Weight	182.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 6-Methoxypyrazine-2-carboxylate; 2-Pyrazinecarboxylic acid, 6-methoxy-, ethyl ester; 6-Methoxy-2-pyrazinecarboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 6-methoxy-2-pyrazinecarboxylate; 6-Methoxypyrazine-2-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 136309-08-5; Ethyl 6-methoxypyrazine-2-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our 6-Methoxy-2-Pyrazinecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and scale-up applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full traceability are provided with every shipment.

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 the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.