Description

2-Methoxy-3-(4-Methylpentyl)Pyrazine is a high-purity pyrazine derivative valued for its potent and distinctive organoleptic properties. This compound is a key ingredient for creating sophisticated flavor and fragrance profiles, particularly those reminiscent of green bell pepper, galbanum, and earthy nuances. It is essential for flavorists and perfumers in the food, beverage, and fine fragrance industries seeking to impart natural, complex, and long-lasting sensory characteristics. The product is supplied with a guaranteed Certificate of Analysis to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your formulations.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance (F&F) Industry: A primary building block for creating and enhancing green, vegetable, and earthy notes in perfumes, colognes, and personal care products.
• Food & Beverage Flavors: Used as a potent flavoring agent to impart authentic green bell pepper, pea, and galbanum nuances in savory applications, snacks, and processed foods.
• Aroma Chemicals: Serves as a high-value intermediate in the synthesis of more complex aroma molecules for specialized fragrance accords.
• Functional Perfumery: Employed in functional products like detergents and air fresheners to provide fresh, natural green top notes with good stability.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D settings for studying structure-odor relationships and developing novel flavor compounds.
• Natural Flavor Enhancement: Utilized at low concentrations to boost and round out the profile of natural flavor extracts and essential oils.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxy-3-(4-Methylpentyl)Pyrazine
CAS No.	68844-95-1
Molecular Formula	C11H18N2O
Molecular Weight	194.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxy-3-(4-methylpentyl)pyrazine; 3-(4-Methylpentyl)-2-methoxypyrazine; 2-Methoxy-3-(4-methylamyl)pyrazine; FEMA 4188; (4-Methylpentyl)methoxypyrazine; Green Bell Pepper Pyrazine; Isobutylmethoxypyrazine (related); Pyrazine, 2-methoxy-3-(4-methylpentyl)-
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Methoxy-3-(4-Methylpentyl)Pyrazine is manufactured and tested under strict quality management protocols. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for flavor and fragrance ingredients. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee supply reliability and consistent performance in your applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and 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 evaporation and maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.4850 - 1.4950
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.950 - 0.980
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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