Description

2-Methoxypyrazine is a heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the pyrazine family, characterized by a methoxy substituent at the 2-position. This compound serves as a highly potent and versatile flavor and fragrance ingredient, imparting characteristic green, earthy, and nutty notes. It is a critical raw material for flavorists and perfumers in the food & beverage, fragrance, and flavoring industries, where precise aroma profiles are essential.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance (F&F) Industry: A key building block for creating complex aroma profiles, particularly for green, bell pepper, pea, and roasted nut nuances in savory flavors and fine fragrances.
• Food & Beverage: Used in the formulation of processed foods, snacks, sauces, and beverages to enhance or replicate natural vegetable and roasted flavors.
• Perfumery: Employed as a top or middle note in fragrance compositions to add fresh, natural, and earthy olfactory characteristics.
• Synthetic Intermediates: Serves as a valuable precursor or intermediate in the synthesis of more complex agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and other specialty chemicals.
• Research & Development: Utilized in analytical laboratories and R&D centers as a reference standard and for studying aroma-active compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxypyrazine
CAS No.	3149-28-8
Molecular Formula	C5H6N2O
Molecular Weight	110.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxypyrazine; Pyrazine, 2-methoxy-; Methoxypyrazine; 2-Methoxy-1,4-diazine; 2-MP; Green pyrazine; FEMA 3302
EINECS	221-571-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Methoxypyrazine is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications, including assay, impurity profile, and physical property data. Our quality commitment aligns with standards relevant to the flavor and fragrance industry.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C (refrigerated) for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.505 - 1.515
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.090 - 1.110
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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