Category:
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
CAS NO:
35250-53-4
Standard:
In-house Standards,
Pyrazine ethanethiol is a potent sulfur-containing heterocycle used primarily as a flavoring agent. Its core synthesis involves the reaction of 2-mercaptoethylamine with aldehydes or ketones under controlled conditions. The molecular formula is C6H9NS2 and its CAS registry number is 15087-24-8.
This compound exhibits extreme volatility and intense odor at trace levels. Storage requires sealed containers in cool, dry environments away from oxidizers. Direct skin contact should be avoided due to potential irritation risks during handling.