Description

2-Methyl-6-Propylpyrazine is a heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the alkylpyrazine family, valued for its potent and characteristic nutty, roasted, and earthy aroma. This compound is a key flavor and fragrance ingredient, essential for creating authentic and complex sensory profiles in high-value applications. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, food & beverage, and fine chemical synthesis industries.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Formulation: A key aroma chemical used to impart roasted, nutty, coffee, and cocoa notes in savory flavors, snack seasonings, and premium fragrances.
• Food & Beverage Industry: Employed as a flavor enhancer in processed foods, baked goods, meat analogs, and beverages requiring a roasted character.
• Synthetic Intermediate: Serves as a versatile building block in the synthesis of more complex pyrazine derivatives for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Aroma Chemical Production: Used in the creation of compounded aroma chemicals and essential oil reconstitutions for perfumery and cosmetic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-6-Propylpyrazine
CAS No.	29444-46-0
Molecular Formula	C8H12N2
Molecular Weight	136.19 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Propyl-2-methylpyrazine; 2-Methyl-6-propyl-1,4-diazine; 2-Methyl-6-propylpyrazine; FEMA 4511; Pyrazine, 2-methyl-6-propyl-; Propyl methyl pyrazine; Nutty pyrazine
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-6-Propylpyrazine is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for flavor and fragrance applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

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)	0.980 - 1.000

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