Description

Methyl 5-Chloro-6-Methylpyrazine-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity, versatile pyrazine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers requiring a reliable, high-quality intermediate to develop novel active compounds. It is primarily targeted at the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in drug discovery and the synthesis of complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for potential therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents, such as herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the pyrazine core's bioactivity.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a fundamental building block in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and libraries for screening.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of organic electronic materials or ligands for catalytic systems due to its functionalized aromatic structure.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Methyl 5-Chloro-6-Methylpyrazine-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	77168-85-5
Molecular Formula	C8H7ClN2O2
Molecular Weight	198.60 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-6-methylpyrazine-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-chloro-6-methyl-2-pyrazinecarboxylate; 2-Pyrazinecarboxylic acid, 5-chloro-6-methyl-, methyl ester; 5-Chloro-6-methyl-2-pyrazinecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-chloro-6-methylpyrazinecarboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 5-Chloro-6-Methylpyrazine-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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