Description

3,6-Dibromopyrazine-2-Carbonitrile is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic placement of bromine atoms and a nitrile group on the pyrazine core, enabling precise and diverse derivatization through cross-coupling and nucleophilic substitution reactions. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries who require a reliable precursor for developing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized nitrogen-containing ligands used in homogeneous catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the construction of organic electronic materials, such as components for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and conductive polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for synthesizing molecular probes and inhibitors for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical building block for custom chemical synthesis services catering to R&D and pilot-scale production.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,6-Dibromopyrazine-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	1351238-11-3
Molecular Formula	C5HBr2N3
Molecular Weight	262.89 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Dibromopyrazine-3-carbonitrile; 3,6-Dibromo-2-cyanopyrazine; 2-Cyano-3,6-dibromopyrazine; Pyrazine-2-carbonitrile, 3,6-dibromo-; 3,6-Dibromopyrazinecarbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3,6-Dibromopyrazine-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure traceability and consistency for your critical R&D and scale-up processes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for each lot upon request.

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). The compound may be moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	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.