Description

2-n-Butyl-3-Methylpyrazine is a high-purity alkylpyrazine compound, a key flavor and fragrance intermediate prized for its potent, nutty, and roasted aroma profile. Its primary value lies in imparting authentic roasted coffee, cocoa, and nutty nuances to complex flavor formulations. This product is essential for flavorists and fragrance chemists in the food & beverage, flavor & fragrance (F&F), and cosmetic industries seeking to create sophisticated sensory experiences.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance (F&F) Industry: A key building block for creating authentic roasted, nutty, and coffee-like flavor profiles in beverages, confectionery, and savory applications.
• Food & Beverage: Used in the formulation of coffee, cocoa, chocolate, nut, and roasted meat flavorings for snacks, sauces, and ready-to-drink products.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into fine fragrances, soaps, and lotions to provide warm, earthy base notes.
• Aroma Chemicals & Intermediates: Serves as a critical intermediate for the synthesis of more complex pyrazine derivatives used in advanced flavor systems.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying structure-odor relationships and developing novel aroma molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-n-Butyl-3-Methylpyrazine
CAS No.	15987-00-5
Molecular Formula	C9H14N2
Molecular Weight	150.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Butyl-3-methylpyrazine; 3-Methyl-2-butylpyrazine; 2-n-Butyl-3-methyl-1,4-diazine; FEMA 3433; Pyrazine, 2-butyl-3-methyl-; Butylmethylpyrazine; 2-Butyl-3-methylpyrazine (primary)
EINECS	240-125-6

Quality Control

Our 2-n-Butyl-3-Methylpyrazine is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including GC, GC-MS, and organoleptic evaluation to ensure high purity, consistent aroma profile, and compliance with industry standards such as FEMA and FCC where applicable. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and physical properties is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at 15-25°C. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use and away from heat and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.490 - 1.500
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.950 - 0.970
Odor	Characteristic nutty, roasted, coffee-like

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