Description

2-Butyl-3,5-(And 3,6)-Dimethyl Pyrazine is a high-purity alkylated pyrazine compound, a key flavor and fragrance ingredient prized for its unique organoleptic properties. It is essential for creating complex, roasted, nutty, and earthy notes in a wide range of consumer products. This compound is primarily sought by flavor and fragrance houses, as well as manufacturers in the food, beverage, and personal care industries.

Application

• Flavor Formulation: A critical component for replicating and enhancing roasted, nutty, coffee, cocoa, and meaty flavor profiles in processed foods, snacks, and savory products.
• Fragrance Creation: Used as a base note to impart earthy, woody, and tobacco-like nuances in fine perfumery, colognes, and cosmetic products.
• Beverage Industry: Employed in the flavoring of coffee-based drinks, alcoholic beverages (e.g., whiskey, beer), and savory drink mixes.
• Savory & Meat Analogs: Enhances the authentic taste of meat replacers, soups, sauces, gravies, and ready-to-eat meals.
• Aroma Chemicals: Serves as a valuable intermediate or building block in the synthesis of more complex aroma molecules.
• Research & Development: Utilized in analytical laboratories and academic institutions for sensory studies and chemical synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Butyl-3,5-(And 3,6)-Dimethyl Pyrazine
CAS No.	72797-18-3
Molecular Formula	C10H16N2
Molecular Weight	164.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Butyl-3,5-dimethylpyrazine; 2-Butyl-3,6-dimethylpyrazine; 2-n-Butyl-3,5-dimethylpyrazine; 2-Butyl-3,5(6)-dimethylpyrazine; Pyrazine, 2-butyl-3,5(6)-dimethyl-; FEMA 3927; Flavis No. 15.003
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Quality Control

Our 2-Butyl-3,5-(And 3,6)-Dimethyl Pyrazine is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for flavor and fragrance ingredients, including FEMA GRAS and IOFI guidelines. Every batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and safety parameters, available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents 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)	1.495 - 1.505
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.950 - 0.970
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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