Description

3-Chloro-5-Methyl-Pyrazine-2-Carbonitrile is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive nitrile and chloro substituents, which enable precise molecular construction in complex chemical environments. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold for constructing specialized ligands used in catalytic systems and material science.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new heterocyclic chemistry and reaction pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-5-Methyl-Pyrazine-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	181284-14-0
Molecular Formula	C6H4ClN3
Molecular Weight	153.57 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-3-chloro-5-methylpyrazine; 3-Chloro-5-methyl-2-pyrazinecarbonitrile; 5-Methyl-3-chloropyrazine-2-carbonitrile; 2-Pyrazinecarbonitrile, 3-chloro-5-methyl-; 181284-14-0; 3-Chloro-5-methylpyrazine-2-carbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Chloro-5-Methyl-Pyrazine-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high standards required for research and scale-up applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.