Description

2-Ethoxypyrazine is a heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the alkylpyrazine class, valued for its potent and characteristic aroma. This chemical serves as a high-impact flavor and fragrance ingredient, essential for creating authentic roasted, nutty, and earthy sensory profiles. It is a critical raw material for flavorists and perfumers in the food & beverage, fine fragrance, and flavor creation industries seeking to enhance product authenticity and complexity.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance (F&F) Industry: A key aroma chemical for creating and enhancing roasted, nutty, coffee, cocoa, and popcorn notes in food flavors and savory applications.
• Food & Beverage Manufacturing: Used in the formulation of snacks, baked goods, coffee and chocolate substitutes, sauces, and meat flavorings.
• Perfumery: Employed as a base note to impart earthy, roasted, and tobacco-like nuances in fine fragrances and personal care products.
• Synthetic Chemistry: Acts as a versatile building block or intermediate in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying aroma compounds and developing new flavor systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Ethoxypyrazine
CAS No.	38028-67-0
Molecular Formula	C6H8N2O
Molecular Weight	124.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethoxypyrazine; Ethyl 2-Pyrazinyl Ether; 2-Pyrazinyl Ethyl Ether; Pyrazine, 2-ethoxy-; Ethoxy Pyrazine; 2-EP; FEMA 3281; Flavis No. 15.018
EINECS	253-759-6

Quality Control

Our 2-Ethoxypyrazine is produced and tested to meet the stringent requirements of the flavor and fragrance industry. We adhere to ISO 9001 quality management standards and can provide material compliant with FEMA GRAS and IFRA guidelines. Every batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and organoleptic properties, ensuring consistency and reliability for your formulations.

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, keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain quality.

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)	1.040 - 1.060
Odor	Characteristic, strong roasted/nutty

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