Description

3-Bromomethyl-Pyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive bromomethyl group and ester functionality, enabling its use as a key intermediate in the construction of complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of pyrazine-based drug candidates, including potential kinase inhibitors and antimicrobial agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to construct novel pyrazine derivatives for the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials and functional polymers due to the pyrazine core's electron-deficient nature.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to synthesize tagged molecules or activity-based probes for studying biological pathways and target engagement.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromomethyl-Pyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1256084-42-0
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrN2O2
Molecular Weight	243.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-(bromomethyl)pyrazine-2-carboxylate; 2-Pyrazinecarboxylic acid, 3-(bromomethyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-bromomethylpyrazine-2-carboxylate; 3-Bromomethyl-2-pyrazinecarboxylic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-Bromomethyl-Pyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming the product meets the agreed specifications for research and development use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be conducted under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.