Description

6,7-Dihydro-5-Methyl-5(H)-Cyclopentapyrazine is a high-purity heterocyclic compound belonging to the pyrazine class, valued for its unique organoleptic properties and role as a versatile synthetic intermediate. This compound is essential for creating complex flavor and fragrance profiles, offering a nutty, roasted, or earthy character that is highly sought after in premium formulations. It is a critical raw material for flavor and fragrance houses, as well as for research and development in fine chemical synthesis.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A key ingredient for creating and enhancing nutty, roasted, coffee-like, and earthy notes in food flavorings, beverages, and perfumery.
• Food & Beverage Enhancement: Used as a flavor modifier in savory applications, snack foods, meat analogs, and premium coffee or cocoa-based products.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a valuable building block or intermediate in the synthesis of more complex pharmaceutical compounds and agrochemicals.
• Aroma Chemicals Production: Employed in the manufacture of advanced aroma chemicals for personal care products, detergents, and air fresheners.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies involving nitrogen heterocycles.

Basic Information

Product Name	6,7-Dihydro-5-Methyl-5(H)-Cyclopentapyrazine
CAS No.	23747-48-0
Molecular Formula	C8H10N2
Molecular Weight	134.18 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-6,7-dihydro-5H-cyclopentapyrazine; 5-Methyl-5H-cyclopenta[b]pyrazine; 5-Methyl-6,7-dihydrocyclopentapyrazine; 2-Methyl-2,3-dihydro-1H-cyclopenta[b]pyrazine; Cyclopentapyrazine, 6,7-dihydro-5-methyl-; FEMA 3306; Flavor ingredient 5-Methyl-6,7-dihydro-5H-cyclopentapyrazine
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Quality Control

Our 6,7-Dihydro-5-Methyl-5(H)-Cyclopentapyrazine is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent organoleptic quality suitable for flavor and fragrance applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	Contact for details
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	Contact for details
Related Substances (GC)	Contact for details

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