Category:
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
CAS NO:
15707-23-0
Standard:
In-house Standards,
2-Ethyl-3-methylpyrazine is a volatile heterocyclic compound synthesized via the Maillard reaction or specific condensation processes. Its molecular formula is C6H10N2 and CAS number is 15584-37-5. It serves as a critical flavoring agent in industrial food processing.
Storage requires sealed containers in cool, dry environments away from oxidizers. While generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for food use, direct inhalation of high concentrations should be avoided during handling to prevent respiratory irritation.