Description

Ethanone, 1-(5-Ethylpyrazinyl)- is a specialized pyrazine derivative with a ketone functional group, serving as a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is critical for the development of novel heterocyclic structures, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development teams in fine chemical and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) manufacturing for creating new molecular entities with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting the central nervous system or possessing antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the pyrazine core contributes to specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating novel ligands used in catalytic systems for asymmetric synthesis and other complex chemical transformations.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and specialty polymers that require specific heterocyclic architectures.
• Flavor and Fragrance Chemistry: Acts as a potential intermediate for synthesizing complex aroma chemicals, given the role of alkylpyrazines in flavor profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethanone, 1-(5-Ethylpyrazinyl)-
CAS No.	43108-58-3
Molecular Formula	C8H10N2O
Molecular Weight	150.18 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(5-Ethylpyrazin-2-yl)ethanone; 5-Ethyl-2-acetylpyrazine; 2-Acetyl-5-ethylpyrazine; 1-(5-Ethyl-2-pyrazinyl)ethanone; 5-Ethylpyrazin-2-yl methyl ketone; 2-Pyrazinyl methyl ketone, 5-ethyl-; Ethanone, 1-(5-ethyl-2-pyrazinyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Ethanone, 1-(5-Ethylpyrazinyl)- adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized and tested against rigorous in-house specifications, which typically include identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity assessment by chromatographic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled 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)	≥ 98.0%
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.