Description

3-Amino-5,6-Dichloropyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, multifunctional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular scaffold, which incorporates reactive amino, carboxylic acid, and halogen functionalities, enabling the construction of complex pharmacophores and agrochemical intermediates. This compound is critically needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to construct pyrazine-based herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a chelating agent or backbone for creating specialized catalysts and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, dyes, and photoactive materials.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A vital starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up production of specialty chemicals.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Fundamental building block for exploratory chemistry and process optimization in laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Amino-5,6-Dichloropyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	4853-52-5
Molecular Formula	C5H3Cl2N3O2
Molecular Weight	207.99 g/mol
Synonyms	5,6-Dichloro-3-aminopyrazine-2-carboxylic acid; 3-Amino-5,6-dichloro-2-pyrazinecarboxylic acid; 2-Pyrazinecarboxylic acid, 3-amino-5,6-dichloro-; ADCPA; 3-Amino-5,6-dichloropyrazinecarboxylic acid; 5,6-Dichloro-3-aminopyrazinecarboxylic acid; 3-Amino-5,6-dichloro-2-carboxypyrazine
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Quality Control

Our 3-Amino-5,6-Dichloropyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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