Description

3,5-Dichloro-6-Methylpyrazine-2-Carbonitrile is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its versatile pyrazine core, which can be further functionalized, making it a critical intermediate for the development of complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its halogenated pyrazine structure.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a building block for creating specialized organic ligands, coordination polymers, and functional materials.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for producing high-value, specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling and nucleophilic substitution reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Dichloro-6-Methylpyrazine-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	89284-80-0
Molecular Formula	C7H3Cl2N3
Molecular Weight	200.03 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-3,5-dichloro-6-methylpyrazine; 3,5-Dichloro-6-methyl-2-pyrazinecarbonitrile; 6-Methyl-3,5-dichloropyrazine-2-carbonitrile; Pyrazine-2-carbonitrile, 3,5-dichloro-6-methyl-; 2-Pyrazinecarbonitrile, 3,5-dichloro-6-methyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3,5-Dichloro-6-Methylpyrazine-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure the product meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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.