Category
Chemical Primary Standard
CAS Number
5521-61-9
Molecular Formula
C6H6N2O2
Molecular Weight
138.12 g/mol
Synonym

6-Methyl-2-pyrazinecarboxylic Acid; 2-Methylpyrazine-6-carboxylic Acid

Keywords
Miscellaneous compounds
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6-Methylpyrazinecarboxylic acid is a heterocyclic organic compound that contains a pyrazine ring with a methyl group and a carboxylic acid group attached. It is mainly used as a chemical intermediate in pharmaceutical and organic synthesis, helping in the development of various medicinal and research chemicals.