Description

2-Hydroxypyrazine is a versatile heterocyclic building block and key intermediate in organic synthesis. Its unique pyrazine core functionalized with a hydroxyl group makes it a valuable precursor for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and life science industries seeking to create novel compounds with specific biological or functional properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of antiviral, antibacterial, and anticancer agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating complexing agents, ligands for metal catalysts, and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as components for OLEDs or conductive polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental reagent for exploring new heterocyclic chemistry, reaction pathways, and the synthesis of complex molecular architectures.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential use as an intermediate for synthesizing specific pyrazine-based aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxypyrazine
CAS No.	6270-63-9
Molecular Formula	C4H4N2O
Molecular Weight	96.09 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyrazinol; Pyrazin-2-ol; 2(1H)-Pyrazinone; 2-Hydroxypyrazine; 1H-Pyrazin-2-one; 2-Pyrazinone; 2-Oxopyrazine; 1,4-Diazine-2-ol
EINECS	228-440-1

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxypyrazine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, impurity profile, and residual solvents. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for research and cGMP manufacturing.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.