Description

5,6-Dichloropyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive carboxylic acid and halogenated pyrazine moieties, which enable precise molecular construction. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in developing kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to construct advanced pyrazine-based herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a building block for creating specialized ligands, coordination polymers, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the development of molecular probes and tags for studying biological processes.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring specific, high-value heterocyclic architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,6-Dichloropyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	76537-42-3
Molecular Formula	C5H2Cl2N2O2
Molecular Weight	192.99 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dichloropyrazine-5-carboxylic acid; 5,6-Dichloro-2-pyrazinecarboxylic acid; 2-Pyrazinecarboxylic acid, 5,6-dichloro-; DC-PCA; 5,6-Dichloro-2-carboxypyrazine; 5,6-Dichloropyrazinecarboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 5,6-Dichloropyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured and tested under strict quality management systems to ensure consistent purity and performance. Our standard grade meets high-purity specifications suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, handle with appropriate personal protective equipment in a controlled environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.