Description

2-Ethyl-4-Methyl Thiazole is a high-purity heterocyclic organic compound valued for its potent, characteristic aroma. This versatile intermediate is essential for creating complex flavor and fragrance profiles in a variety of consumer products. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, food and beverage, and fine chemical synthesis industries.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: A key building block for synthesizing savory, meaty, and roasted notes in reaction flavors and savory enhancers.
• Food Additive Manufacturing: Used in the production of flavorings for processed foods, snacks, and savory products.
• Perfumery: Serves as a component in fragrance compositions to add unique, sulfurous, or green nuances.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the research and development of novel crop protection agents.
• Research & Development: Utilized in organic synthesis and chemical research as a versatile heterocyclic scaffold.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Ethyl-4-Methyl Thiazole
CAS No.	15679-12-6
Molecular Formula	C6H9NS
Molecular Weight	127.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-2-ethylthiazole; 2-Ethyl-4-methyl-1,3-thiazole; FEMA 3680; 2-Ethyl-4-methylthiazole; Thiazole, 2-ethyl-4-methyl-; 4-Methyl-2-ethyl-1,3-thiazole
EINECS	239-764-0

Quality Control

Our 2-Ethyl-4-Methyl Thiazole is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) confirming compliance with relevant flavor-grade specifications, such as FEMA 3680, are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature: 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.500 - 1.510
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.990 - 1.010

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