Description

3-(Pyrazin-2-Yl)Benzyl Alcohol is a high-purity organic building block characterized by its bifunctional structure combining a benzyl alcohol group with a pyrazine heterocycle. This compound is of significant value in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research as a versatile synthetic intermediate. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing kinase inhibitory activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the pyrazine moiety can contribute to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or light-emitting components, due to its conjugated system.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical building block for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes under cGMP or ISO standards.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Pyrazin-2-Yl)Benzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	545421-49-6
Molecular Formula	C11H10N2O
Molecular Weight	186.21 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Pyrazin-2-ylphenyl)methanol; 2-(3-(Hydroxymethyl)phenyl)pyrazine; 3-Pyrazin-2-yl-benzenemethanol; Benzenemethanol, 3-(2-pyrazinyl)-; 545421-49-6; 3-(2-Pyrazinyl)benzyl alcohol
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Quality Control

Our 3-(Pyrazin-2-Yl)Benzyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full traceability are provided with every 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 (typically 15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions when necessary to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.