Description

2,6-Dichloropiperazine is a versatile and highly reactive heterocyclic building block, primarily utilized as a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic placement of chlorine atoms on the piperazine ring, enabling precise functionalization for the development of complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, including potential antiviral, antibacterial, and central nervous system (CNS) active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the piperazine scaffold imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating complex chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored properties.
• Custom Synthesis and R&D: A valuable reagent for contract research organizations (CROs) and academic laboratories exploring new synthetic pathways and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dichloropiperazine
CAS No.	89007-51-2
Molecular Formula	C4H6Cl2N2
Molecular Weight	153.01 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dichloro-1,4-diazacyclohexane; 2,6-Dichloropiperazine; 1,4-Diazinane-2,6-dichloride; Piperazine, 2,6-dichloro-; 2,6-Dichloropiperazine dihydrochloride (related salt form)
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Quality Control

Our 2,6-Dichloropiperazine is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and related substances is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if possible.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.