Description

2-Methyl-6-Isopropylpyrazine is a high-purity flavor and fragrance compound with a distinctive nutty, roasted, and earthy aroma profile. This pyrazine derivative is valued for its potent organoleptic properties and its ability to impart authentic roasted notes at low concentrations. It is essential for flavorists and perfumers seeking to create sophisticated, natural-tasting profiles in food, beverage, and fragrance formulations. The compound is supplied under stringent quality control to ensure batch-to-batch consistency for industrial applications.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance (F&F) Industry: A key building block for creating complex roasted, nutty, coffee, and chocolate flavor nuances in both food and fine fragrances.
• Food & Beverage Flavors: Used in savory applications (snacks, sauces, meat analogs), baked goods, confectionery, and dairy products to enhance roasted and nutty characteristics.
• Seasoning & Savory Blends: Imparts authentic roasted notes to spice mixes, bouillons, and reaction flavors for meat and savory products.
• Beverage Flavors: Contributes to the flavor profile of coffee, cocoa, malt-based beverages, and certain alcoholic drinks.
• Perfumery: Serves as a specialty aroma chemical in fragrance compositions, adding earthy, woody, and tobacco-like accents.
• Aroma Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a valuable intermediate or reference standard in the synthesis of more complex flavor and fragrance molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-6-Isopropylpyrazine
CAS No.	24541-74-0
Molecular Formula	C8H12N2
Molecular Weight	136.20 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Isopropyl-2-methylpyrazine; 2-Methyl-6-(1-methylethyl)pyrazine; 2-Methyl-6-propan-2-ylpyrazine; 2-Methyl-6-(propan-2-yl)pyrazine; FEMA 3706; Pyrazine, 2-methyl-6-(1-methylethyl)-; Nutty pyrazine; Roasted pyrazine
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-6-Isopropylpyrazine is manufactured and tested to meet the high standards required by the flavor and fragrance industry. Each batch is analyzed to ensure identity, purity, and organoleptic consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, odor profile, and physical constants. Our quality system is designed to support compliance with relevant regulations, including those for food-grade and fragrance applications.

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 securely sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic nutty, roasted, earthy
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.490 - 1.500
Specific Gravity (20°/20°C)	0.970 - 0.990

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