Description

2-Pyrazinylethanethiol is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a pyrazine ring, a structure of significant interest in heterocyclic chemistry. This compound matters as a versatile sulfur-containing building block for synthesizing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and material science. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical intermediates manufacturers, agrochemical research facilities, and ligand synthesis for catalysis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new active ingredients for crop protection agents.
• Ligand Synthesis for Catalysis: Serves as a chelating agent or ligand precursor in the preparation of metal complexes for catalytic applications.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Utilized for bioconjugation or as a tag due to its reactive thiol group.
• Material Science: Building block for functionalized polymers or surface modifiers.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing complex sulfur-containing aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pyrazinylethanethiol
CAS No.	35250-53-4
Molecular Formula	C6H8N2S
Molecular Weight	140.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Mercaptoethyl)pyrazine; 2-Pyrazin-2-ylethanethiol; 2-(Pyrazin-2-yl)ethan-1-thiol; Pyrazin-2-ylethanethiol; 2-Pyrazin-2-ylethyl mercaptan; 2-(2-Pyrazinyl)ethanethiol; (2-Pyrazinyl)ethanethiol; 2-Pyrazin-2-yl-ethanethiol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Pyrazinylethanethiol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its sensitivity, keep away from oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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