Description

2-Chloro-3-(2-Methoxybenzyl)Pyrazine is a high-purity, synthetically versatile organic building block. This compound matters as a key intermediate in the development of advanced pharmaceutical agents and agrochemicals, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for synthesis and process development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and production of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its pyrazine core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Employed in the research of organic electronic materials and functional polymers due to its aromatic heterocyclic structure.
• Chemical Biology: Utilized as a molecular probe or building block for labeling and studying biological systems.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A valuable substrate for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving diverse client projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-3-(2-Methoxybenzyl)Pyrazine
CAS No.	1119450-87-1
Molecular Formula	C12H11ClN2O
Molecular Weight	234.68 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-3-[(2-methoxyphenyl)methyl]pyrazine; 3-(2-Methoxybenzyl)-2-chloropyrazine; 2-Chloro-3-(2-methoxybenzyl)pyrazine; Pyrazine, 2-chloro-3-[(2-methoxyphenyl)methyl]-; 2-Chloro-3-(o-methoxybenzyl)pyrazine
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-3-(2-Methoxybenzyl)Pyrazine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all specifications and test results. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical intermediates.

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 light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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