Description

2-Hexyl-3,5-Dimethylpyrazine is a high-purity synthetic pyrazine compound, valued for its potent and complex organoleptic profile. This specialty chemical is essential for creating sophisticated, nutty, roasted, and earthy flavor and fragrance nuances. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance (F&F) industry, as well as producers of premium food, beverage, and personal care products requiring authentic, high-impact sensory characteristics.

Application

• Flavor Formulation: A key ingredient for imparting roasted, nutty, coffee, cocoa, and meaty notes in savory flavors, snack seasonings, and gourmet food products.
• Fragrance Creation: Used as a building block in fine perfumery and functional perfumes to add earthy, green, and woody accents to complex scent compositions.
• Beverage Industry: Enhances the flavor profile of coffee-based drinks, alcoholic beverages (e.g., whiskey, beer), and nut-flavored liqueurs.
• Personal Care Products: Incorporated into soaps, shampoos, and lotions to provide or mask specific scent notes in fragrance blends.
• Tobacco Flavoring: Used to modify and enrich the aroma profile of tobacco products.
• Research & Development: Serves as a reference standard and a key intermediate in organic synthesis for academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hexyl-3,5-Dimethylpyrazine
CAS No.	70303-40-1
Molecular Formula	C12H20N2
Molecular Weight	192.30 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Dimethyl-2-hexylpyrazine; FEMA 3696; 2-Hexyl-3,5-dimethyl-1,4-diazine; Pyrazine, 2-hexyl-3,5-dimethyl-; Hexyl dimethyl pyrazine; (3,5-Dimethylpyrazin-2-yl)hexane
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Quality Control

Our 2-Hexyl-3,5-Dimethylpyrazine is produced and tested to meet the stringent requirements of the flavor and fragrance industry. Quality is assured through rigorous analytical controls including Gas Chromatography (GC) and GC-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) to ensure identity, purity, and organoleptic consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each batch, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality management system supports compliance with relevant standards, including FEMA GRAS and IOFI guidelines.

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). This compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air and light should be avoided to maintain stability and purity. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

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)	0.910 - 0.930
Solubility	Miscible with alcohol and oils, insoluble in water
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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