5-Bromopyrazine-2-carbonitrile is a heterocyclic organic compound characterized by the presence of a pyrazine ring, which is a six-membered aromatic ring containing two nitrogen atoms at the 1 and 4 positions. The compound features a bromine atom at the 5-position and a cyano group (-C≡N) at the 2-position, contributing to its reactivity and potential applications in various chemical syntheses. It is typically a solid at room temperature and may exhibit moderate solubility in polar organic solvents. The presence of both the bromine and cyano functional groups makes it a valuable intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, as these groups can participate in nucleophilic substitution reactions and other transformations. Additionally, the compound may exhibit interesting electronic properties due to the electron-withdrawing nature of the cyano group and the halogen, which can influence its behavior in chemical reactions and interactions with biological systems. Safety data should be consulted for handling, as halogenated compounds can pose health risks.

5-bromopyrazine-2-carbonitrile

221295-04-1: 2-Pyrazinecarbonitrile, 5-bromo-, 5-Bromo-2-pyrazinecarbonitrile, T6N Dnj Be Ecn,  5-BROMOPYRAZINE-2-CARBONITRILE

5-Bromopyrazine-2-carbonitrile

2-Bromo-5-cyanopyrazine

5-Bromopyrazine-2-carbonitrile is a structural analog of the amide inhibitor bace1, which is currently in preclinical development. This compound has been shown to have potent activity against Alzheimer's disease, with no significant toxicity. 5-Bromopyrazine-2-carbonitrile binds to the amyloid precursor protein and inhibits its cleavage by the enzyme BACE1, which leads to reduced production of amyloid beta peptides. In addition, this compound has been shown to inhibit the activity of BACE1 at low concentrations as well as other enzymes involved in amyloid beta production.

CAS 221295-04-1: 5-bromopyrazine-2-carbonitrile

5-Bromopyrazine-2-carbonitrile

Ref: IN-DA00703M

2-Bromo-5-cyanopyrazine

Ref: FT-B11351

2-Bromo-5-cyanopyrazine

Ref: 10-F076065

5-Bromopyrazine-2-carbonitrile

Ref: 3D-FB54487

5-Bromopyrazine-2-carbonitrile

Ref: 54-OR18105