Description

3-Aminopyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the development of complex pharmacologically active molecules, enabling the creation of novel nitrogen-containing scaffolds. It is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral drug discovery programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating complex ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and other functional organic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to develop molecular probes and diagnostic agents for biochemical research.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for custom synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Aminopyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	5424-01-1
Molecular Formula	C5H5N3O2
Molecular Weight	139.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Carboxy-3-aminopyrazine; 3-Amino-2-pyrazinecarboxylic acid; 3-Amino-pyrazine-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Pyrazinecarboxylic acid, 3-amino-; Aminopyrazinecarboxylic acid; Pyrazine-2-carboxylic acid, 3-amino-; 3-Amino-2-carboxypyrazine; 3-Aminopyrazine-2-carboxylate
EINECS	226-571-5

Quality Control

Our 3-Aminopyrazine-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 industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect product stability and performance.

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.