Description

5-Methyl-6-Oxo-1,6-Dihydropyrazine-2,3-Dicarbonitrile is a high-purity heterocyclic organic compound, recognized for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique pyrazine-dicarbonitrile core, which provides a reactive scaffold for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for heterocyclic active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive nitrile and carbonyl groups.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing more complex fused-ring systems, dyes, and functional materials.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and coordination compounds with unique electronic properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methyl-6-Oxo-1,6-Dihydropyrazine-2,3-Dicarbonitrile
CAS No.	57005-61-5
Molecular Formula	C8H4N4O
Molecular Weight	172.14 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-6-oxo-1,6-dihydro-2,3-pyrazinedicarbonitrile; 2,3-Dicyano-5-methyl-6(1H)-pyrazinone; 5-Methyl-1,6-dihydro-6-oxopyrazine-2,3-dicarbonitrile; 5-Methyl-6-oxo-1,6-dihydropyrazine-2,3-dinitrile; 5-Methyl-6-oxo-1H-pyrazine-2,3-dicarbonitrile; 5-Methyl-6-oxo-1,6-dihydro-pyrazine-2,3-dicarbonitrile; 5-Methyl-6-oxo-1,6-dihydro-2,3-pyrazinedicarbonitrile; 5-Methyl-6-oxo-1,6-dihydropyrazine-2,3-dicarbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Methyl-6-Oxo-1,6-Dihydropyrazine-2,3-Dicarbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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.