Description

5,6-Dimethyl-2,3-Pyrazinedicarbonitrile is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block characterized by its pyrazine core and two reactive nitrile groups. This compound is essential for advanced organic synthesis, serving as a key precursor for the development of complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries for constructing novel heterocyclic frameworks and functionalized intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to its heterocyclic structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as components for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) or conductive polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to build molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and mechanisms.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological development and exploring new chemical spaces in synthetic organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,6-Dimethyl-2,3-Pyrazinedicarbonitrile
CAS No.	40227-17-6
Molecular Formula	C8H6N4
Molecular Weight	158.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dicyano-5,6-dimethylpyrazine; 5,6-Dimethylpyrazine-2,3-dicarbonitrile; 5,6-Dimethyl-2,3-dicyanopyrazine; Pyrazine-2,3-dicarbonitrile, 5,6-dimethyl-; 5,6-Dimethylpyrazinedicarbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5,6-Dimethyl-2,3-Pyrazinedicarbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry standards for research and development use.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	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.