Description

2-Methoxy-3,6-Dimethylpyrazine,3-Methoxy-2,5-Dimethylpyrazine is a high-purity alkyl methoxypyrazine compound valued for its potent and characteristic aroma profile. This material is a critical intermediate and flavor/fragrance ingredient, essential for creating sophisticated, nutty, roasted, and earthy organoleptic notes. It is primarily sought after by flavor and fragrance houses, food ingredient manufacturers, and research institutions developing advanced sensory products.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A key building block for creating complex aroma profiles, particularly for nutty, roasted coffee, cocoa, hazelnut, and earthy notes in both fine fragrances and food flavors.
• Food & Beverage Enhancement: Used as a high-impact flavoring agent in premium products such as gourmet coffees, chocolates, baked goods, and savory snacks to impart authentic roasted character.
• Synthetic Chemistry: Serves as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis for the preparation of more complex pyrazine derivatives used in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Aroma Chemical Production: An essential raw material for manufacturers of aroma chemicals targeting the creation of natural-identical or specialty fragrance compounds.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying structure-odor relationships and developing new sensory molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxy-3,6-Dimethylpyrazine,3-Methoxy-2,5-Dimethylpyrazine
CAS No.	19846-22-1
Molecular Formula	C7H10N2O
Molecular Weight	138.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxy-3,6-dimethylpyrazine; 3-Methoxy-2,5-dimethylpyrazine; 2,5-Dimethyl-3-methoxypyrazine; 3,6-Dimethyl-2-methoxypyrazine; Methoxy dimethylpyrazine; Pyrazine, 2-methoxy-3,6-dimethyl-; FEMA 4073; Roasted pyrazine
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methoxy-3,6-Dimethylpyrazine,3-Methoxy-2,5-Dimethylpyrazine is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets stringent specifications for identity, purity, and olfactory profile, consistent with the standards expected by the flavor and fragrance industry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and potential contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.495 - 1.505
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.020 - 1.050
Odor	Characteristic, strong nutty/roasted

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