Description

2-Furfurylthio-3-Methylpyrazine is a high-purity flavor and fragrance compound with a distinctive roasted, nutty, and meaty aroma profile. This compound is valued for its potent sensory characteristics and its role in creating complex, savory flavor notes. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, food processing, and specialty chemical industries for use in savory flavorings, reaction flavors, and gourmet food products.

Application

• Savory Flavor Formulations: A key component in creating meaty, roasted, and nutty flavor profiles for snacks, soups, sauces, and ready-to-eat meals.
• Reaction Flavor (Process Flavor) Production: Used as a building block in Maillard reaction systems to develop authentic cooked meat and savory notes.
• Fragrance Compositions: Incorporated into fine fragrances and functional perfumery to add warm, roasted, or coffee-like nuances.
• Food Seasonings and Enhancers: Enhances the overall savory impact and mouthfeel of seasoning blends and flavor enhancers.
• Gourmet and Culinary Ingredients: Used in premium food products, such as high-end bouillons, gravies, and plant-based meat alternatives, to impart depth and authenticity.
• Tobacco Flavoring: Employed to modify and enrich the flavor profile of tobacco products.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Furfurylthio-3-Methylpyrazine
CAS No.	59303-07-0
Molecular Formula	C10H10N2OS
Molecular Weight	206.26 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-2-(furfurylthio)pyrazine; 2-[(Furan-2-ylmethyl)sulfanyl]-3-methylpyrazine; Furfurylthio-3-methylpyrazine; Furan-2-ylmethyl 3-methylpyrazin-2-yl sulfide; Roasted pyrazine thioether; FEMA 3189; Flavis No. 15.024
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Quality Control

Our 2-Furfurylthio-3-Methylpyrazine is produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards suitable for flavor and fragrance applications. We ensure compliance with relevant industry guidelines, including FEMA GRAS and Flavis specifications. Every batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and safety parameters, available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.580 - 1.590
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.220 - 1.240

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