Description

2-Methyl-5-Butylpyrazine is a high-purity alkylpyrazine compound valued for its potent, nutty, and roasted aroma profile. This specialty chemical serves as a critical flavor and fragrance intermediate, enabling the creation of authentic savory and roasted notes in complex formulations. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, food and beverage, and fine chemical synthesis industries for premium product development.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A key building block for creating roasted, nutty, coffee, and chocolate flavor nuances in both food and beverage applications and fine perfumery.
• Food & Beverage Enhancement: Used in the formulation of savory flavors for snacks, meat products, sauces, and roasted coffee or cocoa flavor replacers.
• Aroma Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile intermediate for the synthesis of more complex pyrazine derivatives with tailored organoleptic properties.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in research and production of specialty chemicals for agrochemicals or pharmaceuticals where specific alkylpyrazine structures are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-5-Butylpyrazine
CAS No.	29461-04-9
Molecular Formula	C9H14N2
Molecular Weight	150.22 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Butyl-2-methylpyrazine; 2-Methyl-5-n-butylpyrazine; Butylmethylpyrazine; FEMA 4393; Pyrazine, 2-methyl-5-butyl-; 2-Methyl-5-butylpyrazine (primary IUPAC); Nutty pyrazine; Roasted pyrazine derivative
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-5-Butylpyrazine is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling to ensure it meets stringent specifications for flavor and fragrance applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.485 - 1.495
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.950 - 0.970

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