Description

2-Acetyl-3,5-Dimethylpyrazine is a high-purity heterocyclic compound valued for its potent, nutty, and roasted aroma profile. This material is essential for creating authentic savory and roasted flavor nuances in complex flavor formulations. It is a critical ingredient for flavor and fragrance houses, as well as food and beverage manufacturers seeking to enhance product authenticity.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A key aroma chemical for creating and enhancing nutty, roasted, popcorn-like, and meaty flavor notes in savory applications.
• Food & Beverage Flavors: Used in the formulation of snack foods, roasted nuts, coffee, cocoa, and meat flavorings to impart depth and authenticity.
• Seasoning Blends: Incorporated into reaction flavors and seasoning mixes for soups, sauces, and ready-to-eat meals.
• Fine Fragrance & Personal Care: Employed as a trace component to add unique roasted or gourmand accents in perfumery.
• Research & Development: Serves as a reference standard and building block in organic synthesis and flavor chemistry research.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Acetyl-3,5-Dimethylpyrazine
CAS No.	54300-08-2
Molecular Formula	C8H10N2O
Molecular Weight	150.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Acetyl-3,5-dimethylpyrazine; 1-(3,5-Dimethylpyrazin-2-yl)ethanone; 3,5-Dimethyl-2-acetylpyrazine; Pyrazine, 2-acetyl-3,5-dimethyl-; FEMA 3327; Nutty pyrazine; Roasted pyrazine
EINECS	259-135-1

Quality Control

Our 2-Acetyl-3,5-Dimethylpyrazine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. It is produced to meet the stringent requirements of the flavor and fragrance industry, with purity and organoleptic properties as critical quality attributes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific tests are available upon request to ensure compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are securely sealed when not in use to prevent loss 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)	1.520 - 1.525
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.080 - 1.100
Odor	Characteristic nutty, roasted

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