Description

5-Chloro-3-Methoxy-Pyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, versatile pyrazine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized heterocyclic structure, which enables the construction of complex molecules with specific biological and chemical properties. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly in the development of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research for new drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and functional polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create molecular probes for studying biological processes and enzyme mechanisms.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-3-Methoxy-Pyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	872355-80-1
Molecular Formula	C7H5ClN2O3
Molecular Weight	200.58 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-3-methoxypyrazine-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Pyrazinecarboxylic acid, 5-chloro-3-methoxy-; 872355-80-1; 5-Chloro-3-methoxy-2-pyrazinecarboxylic acid; 3-Methoxy-5-chloropyrazine-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Chloro-3-methoxypyrazinecarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-3-Methoxy-Pyrazine-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request 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 a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. The material is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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