Description

2-(Methylthio)Pyrazine is a versatile sulfur-containing heterocyclic compound with a distinct, potent aroma. It serves as a key flavor and fragrance intermediate, prized for its ability to impart roasted, nutty, and savory notes. This high-purity compound is essential for manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, food ingredient, and advanced chemical synthesis sectors seeking reliable, consistent quality for their formulations.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A critical building block for creating authentic roasted, nutty, coffee, and meat-like flavor profiles in savory snacks, processed foods, and beverages.
• Food Ingredient Manufacturing: Used in the synthesis of reaction flavors and process flavorings to enhance umami and savory characteristics.
• Aroma Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a key intermediate in the production of more complex aroma molecules for perfumery and functional fragrances.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a valuable synthon in the research and development of novel heterocyclic active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Utilized in the synthesis of novel compounds for crop protection and pesticide development.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: Employed as a versatile reagent in academic and industrial research for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Methylthio)Pyrazine
CAS No.	21948-70-9
Molecular Formula	C5H6N2S
Molecular Weight	126.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylthiopyrazine; Methyl 2-pyrazinyl sulfide; Pyrazine, 2-(methylthio)-; 2-Pyrazinyl methyl sulfide; FEMA 3231; 2-Methylmercaptopyrazine; 2-(Methylsulfanyl)pyrazine
EINECS	244-660-8

Quality Control

Our 2-(Methylthio)Pyrazine is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC and HPLC analysis, to ensure high purity and consistency suitable for flavor, fragrance, and synthesis applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to maintain optimal stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.580 - 1.590
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.180 - 1.200

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