Description

6-Chloropyrazine-2-carbonitrile is a versatile and high-value heterocyclic building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in the strategic positioning of reactive chlorine and nitrile functional groups on the pyrazine ring, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is critically needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly kinase inhibitors and other nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to construct pyrazine-based herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced activity profiles.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to synthesize labeled compounds and molecular probes for studying biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental building block for custom chemical synthesis services targeting niche applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloropyrazine-2-carbonitrile
CAS No.	6863-74-7
Molecular Formula	C5H2ClN3
Molecular Weight	139.54 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-6-cyanopyrazine; 6-Chloro-2-cyanopyrazine; 2-Chloropyrazine-6-carbonitrile; 6-Chloro-2-pyrazinecarbonitrile; 2-Cyano-6-chloropyrazine; 6-Chloropyrazinecarbonitrile; 6863-74-7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Chloropyrazine-2-carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability, consistency, and reliability for your critical synthetic applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.