Description

(3-Chloropyrazin-2-Yl)Methanol is a versatile pyrazine derivative, a high-value heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in the reactive chloromethyl group, which enables efficient functionalization and incorporation into complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the pyrazine core for bioactivity.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and functional polymers.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical building block for custom chemical synthesis services targeting complex, high-value molecules.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Used in methodological studies and for exploring new synthetic pathways in heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3-Chloropyrazin-2-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	89283-32-9
Molecular Formula	C5H5ClN2O
Molecular Weight	144.56 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Chloromethyl)-3-chloropyrazine; 3-Chloro-2-pyrazinemethanol; (3-Chloro-2-pyrazinyl)methanol; 2-Pyrazinemethanol, 3-chloro-; 3-Chloropyrazine-2-methanol; 3-Chloro-2-(hydroxymethyl)pyrazine; 89283-32-9 (CAS)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of (3-Chloropyrazin-2-Yl)Methanol is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and purity for research and industrial use. Our standard grade typically meets a high purity specification, confirmed by chromatographic and spectroscopic methods. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.