Description

Ethyl 5,6-Dimethylpyrazine-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity pyrazine derivative valued for its role as a versatile flavor and fragrance intermediate and a key building block in pharmaceutical synthesis. This compound is essential for creating specific roasted, nutty, and savory notes in advanced flavor formulations. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries for research and production.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A crucial intermediate for synthesizing complex flavor compounds that impart roasted, nutty, coffee, or meaty notes to food products and savory applications.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a key pyrazine-based building block in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Used in the production of certain pesticides and herbicides where the pyrazine core structure is required for biological activity.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for chemical synthesis, method development, and exploring new applications in material science.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor for other specialty chemicals and fine organic compounds used across various high-tech industries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 5,6-Dimethylpyrazine-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	62124-80-5
Molecular Formula	C9H12N2O2
Molecular Weight	180.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 5,6-dimethylpyrazine-2-carboxylate; 5,6-Dimethylpyrazine-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 2,3-dimethylpyrazine-5-carboxylate; 2-Carbethoxy-5,6-dimethylpyrazine; 5,6-Dimethyl-2-pyrazinecarboxylic acid ethyl ester; 2-Pyrazinecarboxylic acid, 5,6-dimethyl-, ethyl ester; FEMA 3670
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 5,6-Dimethylpyrazine-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and GC analysis, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (by GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (Area %)
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.500 - 1.510
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.090 - 1.110

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