Description

Pyrazine, Tetramethyl-, 1-Oxide (8Ci,9Ci) CAS NO 22978-83-2 is a heterocyclic organic compound featuring a pyrazine core substituted with four methyl groups and an N-oxide moiety. This specific functionalization makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the fine chemical and life science sectors for creating novel compounds with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring functionalized heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the pyrazine structure imparts specific biological properties.
• Ligand Synthesis in Coordination Chemistry: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential use as an intermediate for synthesizing high-value aroma chemicals, given the role of alkylpyrazines in flavor profiles.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a building block for nitrogen-containing conjugated systems used in organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile reagent for method development and exploring new chemical reactions in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pyrazine, Tetramethyl-, 1-Oxide (8Ci,9Ci) CAS NO 22978-83-2
CAS No.	22978-83-2
Molecular Formula	C8H12N2O
Molecular Weight	152.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetramethylpyrazine N-Oxide; Tetramethylpyrazine 1-Oxide; 2,3,5,6-Tetramethylpyrazine 1-Oxide; 2,3,5,6-Tetramethylpyrazine N-Oxide; Pyrazine, tetramethyl-, 1-oxide; TMPO; Ligustrazine N-Oxide (derivative)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Pyrazine, Tetramethyl-, 1-Oxide is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed results from techniques such as HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. Specifications can be tailored to meet the requirements of cGMP for pharmaceutical intermediates or standard reagent-grade applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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