Description

5-Ethyl-2-Methyl-4-Propylthiazole is a high-purity heterocyclic compound belonging to the thiazole family, valued for its potent organoleptic properties and role as a key synthetic intermediate. This compound is essential for creating complex flavor and fragrance profiles, particularly those with savory, roasted, or meaty notes. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, food ingredient, and fine chemical synthesis industries for premium product development.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A key building block for synthesizing complex flavor compounds, especially for creating savory, meaty, roasted, and nutty notes in processed foods, snacks, and savory flavorings.
• Food Ingredient Manufacturing: Used in the production of reaction flavors and process flavorings to enhance umami and meat-like characteristics in vegetarian products, soups, sauces, and ready meals.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced material research due to its reactive thiazole ring.
• Aroma Chemical Production: Employed in the creation of specialty aroma chemicals for perfumery and personal care products, contributing to unique olfactory profiles.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D settings for studying structure-activity relationships and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Ethyl-2-Methyl-4-Propylthiazole
CAS No.	4276-67-9
Molecular Formula	C9H15NS
Molecular Weight	169.29 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Propyl-5-ethyl-2-methylthiazole; 2-Methyl-4-propyl-5-ethylthiazole; 5-Ethyl-2-methyl-4-propyl-1,3-thiazole; FEMA 3670; Thiazole, 5-ethyl-2-methyl-4-propyl-; 4-Propyl-5-ethyl-2-methyl-1,3-thiazole
EINECS	224-267-5

Quality Control

Our 5-Ethyl-2-Methyl-4-Propylthiazole is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistent organoleptic performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. The container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent volatility and contamination.

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)	0.980 - 1.000

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