Description

1H-Imidazo[4,5-B]Pyrazine, 2-Methyl- CAS NO 38956-46-6 is a high-purity heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the imidazopyrazine class, serving as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate. Its value lies in its role as a sophisticated building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in oncology and antiviral research. This compound is essential for R&D laboratories, process development chemists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors seeking to develop next-generation therapeutics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthetic precursor in the development of novel drug candidates, especially kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapies.
• Oncology Research: Used in the synthesis of compounds for cancer treatment research, leveraging its imidazopyrazine core structure.
• Antiviral Agent Development: Serves as a building block for creating molecules with potential activity against various viruses.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial research to study enzyme interactions and signal transduction pathways.
• Process Chemistry & Scale-up: Utilized in route scouting and optimization for the commercial-scale production of complex APIs.
• Agrochemical Research: Potential intermediate in the development of new crop protection agents with specific biological activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Imidazo[4,5-B]Pyrazine, 2-Methyl-
CAS No.	38956-46-6
Molecular Formula	C6H6N4
Molecular Weight	134.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-1H-imidazo[4,5-b]pyrazine; 2-Methylimidazo[4,5-b]pyrazine; 1H-Imidazo[4,5-b]pyrazine, 2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-1H-imidazo[4,5-b]pyrazine; 2-Methylimidazopyrazine; Imidazo[4,5-b]pyrazine, 2-methyl-; 38956-46-6 (CAS)
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Quality Control

Our 1H-Imidazo[4,5-B]Pyrazine, 2-Methyl- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis by GC. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications and test results. Our quality commitment ensures material consistency and reliability for your critical R&D and cGMP manufacturing processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH Q3C guidelines

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