Description

2-Pyrazinemethanol, 5-Amino- is a heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other high-value fine chemicals. Industries that require this product include pharmaceutical research, agrochemical development, and specialty chemical manufacturing for applications demanding precise molecular architecture.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in antiviral and anticancer research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides that require specific pyrazine-based structures for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of specialized ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and homogeneous catalysis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals where the amino and hydroxymethyl functional groups enable further derivatization.
• Academic and R&D: Utilized in research institutions for studying heterocyclic chemistry and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pyrazinemethanol, 5-Amino-
CAS No.	72788-89-7
Molecular Formula	C5H7N3O
Molecular Weight	125.13 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Amino-2-pyrazinemethanol; 5-Aminopyrazine-2-methanol; (5-Aminopyrazin-2-yl)methanol; 2-Pyrazinemethanol, 5-amino-; 5-Amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)pyrazine; 5-Amino-2-pyrazinylmethanol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Pyrazinemethanol, 5-Amino- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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.