Description

Pyrazine, 5-(Chloromethyl)-2,3-Dimethyl- is a versatile halogenated pyrazine derivative, a key heterocyclic building block prized for its reactive chloromethyl group. This compound is essential for introducing the 2,3-dimethylpyrazine moiety into more complex molecular architectures, enabling the synthesis of advanced materials and fine chemicals. It is primarily sought by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where the pyrazine core contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as components for OLEDs or conductive polymers.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Acts as a building block for synthesizing complex aroma compounds, given the importance of alkylpyrazines in flavor profiles.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create tagged molecules or affinity probes for studying biological pathways and protein interactions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Pyrazine, 5-(Chloromethyl)-2,3-Dimethyl-
CAS No.	921040-01-9
Molecular Formula	C7H9ClN2
Molecular Weight	156.61 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dimethyl-5-(chloromethyl)pyrazine; 5-(Chloromethyl)-2,3-dimethylpyrazine; (2,3-Dimethylpyrazin-5-yl)methyl chloride; 2,3-Dimethyl-5-chloromethylpyrazine; 5-Chloromethyl-2,3-dimethylpyrazine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Pyrazine, 5-(Chloromethyl)-2,3-Dimethyl- is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with lot-specific data 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and packaging should minimize exposure to direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.