Description

5,6-Dichloropyrazine-2,3-Dicarboxylic Acid is a high-purity, multifunctional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of reactive chlorine atoms and carboxylic acid groups, enabling precise derivatization for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for synthesizing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic APIs, particularly those with pyrazine or fused ring systems for therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated pyrazine core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Chelator Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing polydentate ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Functional Material Development: Employed in the research and production of organic electronic materials, dyes, and pigments.
• Custom Synthesis Building Block: Provides a versatile scaffold for contract research organizations (CROs) and fine chemical manufacturers to create bespoke compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,6-Dichloropyrazine-2,3-Dicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	59715-45-6
Molecular Formula	C6H2Cl2N2O4
Molecular Weight	236.99 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Pyrazinedicarboxylic acid, 5,6-dichloro-; 5,6-Dichloro-2,3-pyrazinedicarboxylic acid; 5,6-Dichloropyrazine-2,3-dicarboxylate; Dichloropyrazinedicarboxylic Acid; DCzDA; 59715-45-6 (CAS)
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Quality Control

Our 5,6-Dichloropyrazine-2,3-Dicarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment.

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 strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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