Description

2-Amino-5-Bromo-3-Methylpyrazine is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique pyrazine core, which can be further functionalized, making it a critical intermediate in the development of complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drug candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated pyrazine structure.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a building block for creating novel organic ligands, coordination polymers, and functional materials with specific electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed as a specialty reagent for modifying peptides or creating molecular probes to study biological pathways.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry programs and exploratory synthesis in contract research organizations (CROs) and university laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-5-Bromo-3-Methylpyrazine
CAS No.	74290-67-8
Molecular Formula	C5H6BrN3
Molecular Weight	188.03 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-3-methylpyrazin-2-amine; 3-Methyl-5-bromopyrazin-2-amine; 2-Amino-5-bromo-3-methylpyrazine; 5-Bromo-3-methyl-2-pyrazinamine; 2-Pyrazinamine, 5-bromo-3-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-5-Bromo-3-Methylpyrazine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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 to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.