High Purity 2,5-Dimethyl Pyrazine with Roasty Nutty Aroma for Food Flavoring CAS 123-32-0
- CAS Number: 123-32-0
- Molecular Formula: C₆H₈N₂
- Molar Mass: 108.14 g/mol
- EINECS: 204-618-3
2,5-Dimethylpyrazine has a potent, characteristic aroma that is distinct from its 2,3-isomer.
- Primary Aroma: Roasty, nutty, popcorn-like, and earthy
- Specific Descriptors: Famously associated with the smell of popcorn, roasted peanuts, cocoa, and baked potato. Its profile is often considered a key component of the "generic" roasted nut flavor.
| Product Name | 2,5-Dimethyl pyrazine |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | 2,5-Dimethylprazin; 2,5-Dimethylpyrazine (contains 2,6-isomer); 2,5-DIMETHYL PYRAZINE, NATURAL; 2,5-Dimethylpyrazine,99%; 5-diMethyl pyrazine; 2,5-DiMethylpyrazine, 2,5-DiMethylpyrazine, 99% 5GR; 2,5-Dimethylpyrazine, Research grade |
| CAS | 123-32-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H8N2 |
| Molecular Weight | 108.14 |
Reported to be present in bakery products, roasted barley, cocoa products, roasted coffee, dairy products, pork, peanuts, pecans, filberts, popcorn, potato products, rum and whiskey, soy products. A volatile component in roasted filberts and in potato chips; reportedly identified in the fat of cooked beef; also reported found in toasted off-flavors. Also reported in cheeses, butter, boiled eggs, grilled beef, tea, barley, oats, oatmeal, soybeans, heated beans, kohlrabi, shrimp and mushrooms. Also reported found in coffee, potato chips and shrimp.
2,5-Dimethyl pyrazine is used for blending food, nuts and beverage flavors.
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