Description

5,6-Dihydro-5-Oxo-2-Pyrazinecarboxylic Acid is a high-purity heterocyclic carboxylic acid building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique pyrazine core structure makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic scaffold for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chelating ligands in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its carboxylic acid and nitrogen-containing heterocycle.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and other functional materials where its conjugated system is beneficial.
• Academic & Contract Research: A critical reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including novel ring-forming reactions and cross-coupling methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,6-Dihydro-5-Oxo-2-Pyrazinecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	606489-07-0
Molecular Formula	C5H4N2O3
Molecular Weight	140.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyrazinecarboxylic acid, 5,6-dihydro-5-oxo-; 5-Oxo-5,6-dihydro-2-pyrazinecarboxylic acid; 5,6-Dihydro-5-oxopyrazine-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Oxo-4,5-dihydropyrazine-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-5-oxo-4,5-dihydropyrazine
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Quality Control

Our 5,6-Dihydro-5-Oxo-2-Pyrazinecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions 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)	≤ 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.