Description

2-tert-Butylpyrazine is a high-purity, specialized heterocyclic compound valued for its potent and distinctive organoleptic properties. This chemical is a critical intermediate and flavor/aroma agent, prized for its ability to impart nutty, roasted, and earthy notes at low concentrations. It is essential for manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance and food ingredient sectors seeking to create authentic, complex sensory profiles in their products.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A key building block and aroma chemical for creating sophisticated nutty, roasted coffee, cocoa, and meat-like flavor profiles in both food and fine fragrances.
• Food & Beverage Manufacturing: Used as a flavor enhancer and modifier in savory snacks, processed meats, sauces, and roasted beverage applications to achieve authentic taste.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a valuable heterocyclic scaffold in the research and synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed as a precursor in the development of advanced crop protection agents and specialty chemicals.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for chemical synthesis, material science, and sensory science studies.
• Tobacco Flavoring: Applied in the modification and enhancement of tobacco flavors to create specific sensory characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-tert-Butylpyrazine
CAS No.	32741-11-0
Molecular Formula	C8H12N2
Molecular Weight	136.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)pyrazine; 2-(tert-Butyl)pyrazine; Pyrazine, 2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-; tert-Butylpyrazine; 2-t-Butylpyrazine; 2-tert-Butyl pyrazine; 2-(tert-butyl)pyrazine; FEMA 4338
EINECS	251-207-7

Quality Control

Our 2-tert-Butylpyrazine is manufactured 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 NMR, to meet the stringent requirements of the flavor, fragrance, and pharmaceutical industries. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific tests is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at 15-25°C. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.495 - 1.505
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.950 - 0.970
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.