Description

(5-Methoxypyrazin-2-Yl)Methanol is a versatile pyrazine derivative, a heterocyclic compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its functionalized structure, serving as a key chiral building block and intermediate for creating complex molecules with high precision. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to synthesize active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system or possessing antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the pyrazine moiety.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Flavor and Fragrance Chemistry: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing high-value aroma compounds due to the structural characteristics of methoxypyrazines.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of organic electronic materials and polymers.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling and oxidation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	(5-Methoxypyrazin-2-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	72788-88-6
Molecular Formula	C6H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	140.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-methoxypyrazine; 5-Methoxy-2-pyrazinemethanol; (5-Methoxypyrazin-2-yl)carbinol; 2-Pyrazinemethanol, 5-methoxy-; 5-Methoxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)pyrazine; 72788-88-6; (5-Methoxy-pyrazin-2-yl)-methanol
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Quality Control

Our (5-Methoxypyrazin-2-Yl)Methanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR for structural confirmation, and Karl Fischer titration for moisture content, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatograms and spectral data are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

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%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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