Description

3-Amino-5-Chloropyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-value pyrazine derivative serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both amino and carboxylic acid functional groups on a chlorinated pyrazine ring, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with specific modes of action.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent for creating specialized polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare complex chelating agents and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Amino-5-Chloropyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1260663-68-0
Molecular Formula	C5H4ClN3O2
Molecular Weight	173.56 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-3-aminopyrazine-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Pyrazinecarboxylic acid, 3-amino-5-chloro-; 3-Amino-5-chloro-2-pyrazinecarboxylic acid; 3-Amino-5-chloropyrazine-2-carboxylate; 5-Chloro-3-aminopyrazine-2-carboxylate; 1260663-68-0; ACPA
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Amino-5-Chloropyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing. We ensure compliance with stringent internal specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming the product meets your required specifications for research or cGMP manufacturing.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
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.