Description

2-Methyl-5-Propyl-Pyrazine is a high-purity alkylpyrazine compound, a key flavor and fragrance ingredient prized for its potent, nutty, and roasted aroma profile. Its primary value lies in its ability to impart authentic roasted, coffee, and nutty notes to complex flavor formulations, making it indispensable for creating realistic taste experiences. This product is essential for flavorists and fragrance chemists in the food & beverage, flavor & fragrance, and fine chemical synthesis industries seeking reliable, high-quality aroma chemicals.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Creation: A key building block for synthesizing roasted, nutty, coffee, and chocolate flavor profiles in savory applications, snacks, and beverages.
• Food & Beverage Industry: Used as a flavor enhancer in processed foods, meat analogs, seasonings, and ready-to-drink coffee products.
• Fine Fragrance & Personal Care: Incorporated into fragrance compositions to add warm, earthy, and gourmand nuances to perfumes, lotions, and soaps.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile intermediate or starting material for the synthesis of more complex pyrazine derivatives and specialty chemicals.
• Aroma Chemical Production: A fundamental component in the manufacturing of compounded aroma chemicals for industrial use.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-5-Propyl-Pyrazine
CAS No.	29461-03-8
Molecular Formula	C8H12N2
Molecular Weight	136.19 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Propyl-2-methylpyrazine; 2-Methyl-5-propyl-1,4-diazine; 2-Methyl-5-propylpyrazine; FEMA 3571; Pyrazine, 2-methyl-5-propyl-; Nutty pyrazine; Roasted pyrazine
EINECS	249-656-8

Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-5-Propyl-Pyrazine is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing including GC, HPLC, and organoleptic evaluation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

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, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use and away from heat sources and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
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
Solubility	Miscible with alcohol and most organic solvents

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