Description

Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid, 8-Chloro-, Ethyl Ester is a high-value heterocyclic building block and pharmaceutical intermediate of significant interest in modern organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its functionalized imidazopyrazine scaffold, which serves as a privileged structure for developing novel bioactive compounds. This product is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to create new molecules with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Chemical Biology & Probe Development: Serves as a scaffold for creating fluorescent probes, enzyme inhibitors, and other tools for biochemical and cellular research.
• Material Science: Potential building block for organic electronic materials, such as organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors, due to its conjugated system.
• Academic & Contract Research: Critical for medicinal chemistry programs in universities and contract research organizations (CROs) for hit-to-lead optimization and library synthesis.
• Custom Synthesis: Employed by fine chemical manufacturers for the bespoke production of complex molecules for client-specific projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid, 8-Chloro-, Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	1208083-32-2
Molecular Formula	C9H8ClN3O2
Molecular Weight	225.63 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Chloroimidazo[1,2-a]pyrazine-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 8-chloroimidazo[1,2-a]pyrazine-2-carboxylate; 8-Chloro-2-(ethoxycarbonyl)imidazo[1,2-a]pyrazine; Imidazo[1,2-a]pyrazine-2-carboxylic acid, 8-chloro-, ethyl ester; 1208083-32-2; 8-Chloroimidazo[1,2-a]pyrazine-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 8-chloro-1H-imidazo[1,2-a]pyrazine-2-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid, 8-Chloro-, Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. For projects requiring specific regulatory support, we can discuss compliance with relevant frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area Percent)
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.