Description

3-Ethoxypyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity pyrazine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Industries requiring fine chemical synthesis, such as pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturing, and specialty chemical production, need this high-quality intermediate for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to the bioactive pyrazine core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for nitrogen-containing ligands used in transition metal catalysis.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing pyrazine-based aroma compounds, given the structural similarity to key flavor molecules.
• Material Science Research: Building block for organic electronic materials and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) requiring specific nitrogen heterocycles.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Used in methodological studies and the exploration of new synthetic pathways in heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethoxypyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1339121-92-4
Molecular Formula	C7H8N2O3
Molecular Weight	168.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyrazinecarboxylic acid, 3-ethoxy-; 3-Ethoxy-2-pyrazinecarboxylic acid; 3-Ethoxypyrazine-2-carboxylic acid; Ethyl 3-ethoxypyrazine-2-carboxylate (precursor); 2-Carboxy-3-ethoxypyrazine; 3-Ethoxy-pyrazine-2-carboxylic acid; 1339121-92-4
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Quality Control

Our 3-Ethoxypyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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