Description

2,3-Bis(1-Methylethyl)Pyrazine is a specialized alkylated pyrazine compound valued for its unique organoleptic and chemical properties. This compound is significant for its role as a flavor and fragrance ingredient, imparting nutty, roasted, and earthy notes. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, food & beverage, and fine chemical synthesis industries seeking high-purity aroma chemicals.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Formulation: A key aroma chemical used to create or enhance nutty, roasted, coffee, and chocolate flavor profiles in food products, beverages, and savory applications.
• Food & Beverage Industry: Employed as a flavoring agent in processed foods, snacks, confectionery, and alcoholic/non-alcoholic drinks to achieve authentic roasted notes.
• Perfumery & Cosmetics: Used in fragrance compositions to add depth, warmth, and earthy-woody nuances to fine perfumes, personal care, and home care products.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a valuable building block or intermediate in the synthesis of more complex heterocyclic compounds for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Tobacco Flavoring: Applied in tobacco products to modify and improve the sensory characteristics of smoke.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Bis(1-Methylethyl)Pyrazine
CAS No.	64931-21-1
Molecular Formula	C10H16N2
Molecular Weight	164.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Diisopropylpyrazine; 2,3-Bis(isopropyl)pyrazine; Diisopropylpyrazine; 2,3-Di(propan-2-yl)pyrazine; FEMA 3997; Pyrazine, 2,3-bis(1-methylethyl)-; Nutty pyrazine; Roasted pyrazine
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Quality Control

Our 2,3-Bis(1-Methylethyl)Pyrazine is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for flavor and fragrance applications. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical methods including GC, HPLC, and NMR. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific tests are available upon request for every shipment.

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. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve optimal quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.485 - 1.495
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.950 - 0.970

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