Description

(6-Chloropyrazin-2-Yl)Methanol CAS NO 1240602-95-2 is a high-purity pyrazine derivative, a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized chloropyrazine core, which serves as a key intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for creating novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in kinase inhibitor and antiviral drug discovery programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as components for OLEDs or conductive polymers.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental starting material for custom synthesis houses and CROs/CMOs building bespoke molecules for clients.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Used in medicinal chemistry and synthetic methodology research to explore new chemical reactions and biological activities.

Basic Information

Product Name	(6-Chloropyrazin-2-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	1240602-95-2
Molecular Formula	C5H5ClN2O
Molecular Weight	144.56 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Chloromethyl)-5-hydroxypyrazine; (6-Chloro-2-pyrazinyl)methanol; 6-Chloro-2-pyrazinemethanol; 2-Chloro-6-(hydroxymethyl)pyrazine; 6-Chloropyrazine-2-methanol; 2-Pyrazinemethanol, 6-chloro-; (6-Chloropyrazin-2-yl)methanol
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Quality Control

Our (6-Chloropyrazin-2-Yl)Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and advanced chemical synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.