Description

Methylcyclopentapyrazine,5-Methyl-5(H)-Cyclopentapyrazine is a heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the pyrazine class, valued for its unique aromatic and flavor-enhancing properties. This compound serves as a high-value intermediate and a key flavoring agent, prized for its ability to impart roasted, nutty, and meaty notes. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, food ingredient, and advanced pharmaceutical synthesis industries.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A key component in creating complex flavor profiles for savory products, roasted nuts, coffee, and meat analogs.
• Food Ingredient Manufacturing: Used as a potent flavor enhancer and modifier in processed foods, seasonings, and snack coatings.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a sophisticated building block in the synthesis of more complex heterocyclic active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying Maillard reaction chemistry and developing novel aroma compounds.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor in the production of specialty chemicals for agrochemicals and advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methylcyclopentapyrazine,5-Methyl-5(H)-Cyclopentapyrazine
CAS No.	65128-99-6
Molecular Formula	C8H8N2
Molecular Weight	132.16 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methylcyclopentapyrazine; 5-Methyl-5H-cyclopentapyrazine; 5-Methyl-5H-cyclopenta[b]pyrazine; Methylcyclopentapyrazine; Cyclopentapyrazine, 5-methyl-; Roasty pyrazine derivative; Nutty flavor pyrazine
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Quality Control

Our Methylcyclopentapyrazine is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC, GC, and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 sources and incompatible materials. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid / crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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