Description

3-Phenyl-Pyrazine-2-Carbonitrile is a versatile heterocyclic building block and key synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients and advanced materials. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical synthesis, and specialty chemical manufacturing for electronics. Its unique pyrazine-carbonitrile scaffold offers valuable reactivity for creating novel compounds with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and kinase inhibition.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and non-linear optical (NLO) materials due to its electron-deficient aromatic system.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Utilized as a scaffold for designing molecular probes and inhibitors to study enzyme function and cellular pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Phenyl-Pyrazine-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	2882-16-8
Molecular Formula	C11H7N3
Molecular Weight	181.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Phenylpyrazine-2-carbonitrile; 2-Cyano-3-phenylpyrazine; 3-Phenyl-2-pyrazinecarbonitrile; 2-Pyrazinecarbonitrile, 3-phenyl-; Phenylpyrazinecarbonitrile; 2882-16-8; NSC 163080
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Phenyl-Pyrazine-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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.