Description

2-Bromo-5-Methylpyrazine is a versatile brominated heterocyclic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in enabling the precise introduction of the 2-bromo-5-methylpyrazine moiety into complex molecular architectures, facilitating the development of novel compounds. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for the synthesis of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the pyrazine core imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for constructing specialized ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new heterocyclic chemistry and structure-activity relationships (SAR).
• Material Science Precursor: Can be utilized in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and functional polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-5-Methylpyrazine
CAS No.	98006-90-7
Molecular Formula	C5H5BrN2
Molecular Weight	173.01 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-2-bromopyrazine; 2-Bromo-5-methylpyrazine; 5-Methylpyrazine, 2-bromo-; Bromo-methylpyrazine; Pyrazine, 2-bromo-5-methyl-; 2-Bromo-5-methyl-1,4-diazine
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-5-Methylpyrazine is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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