| Identification | Back Directory | [Name]
2-methoxy-5-methylpyrazine | [CAS]
2882-22-6 | [Synonyms]
METHOXY-3-METHYLPYRAZINE
2-methoxy-5-methylpyrazine
Pyrazine, 2-methoxy-5-methyl-
2-methoxy-5-methylpyrazine USP/EP/BP | [EINECS(EC#)]
220-738-9 | [Molecular Formula]
C6H8N2O | [MDL Number]
MFCD00016742 | [MOL File]
2882-22-6.mol | [Molecular Weight]
124.14 |
| Hazard Information | Back Directory | [Chemical Properties]
2 or 5 or 6-Methoxy-3-methylpyrazine has an aroma reminiscent of hazelnut, almond and peanut. The methyl methoxy pyrazines are used as nut-like flavoring agents for foods and beverages. The 2-methoxy-3-methyl derivative is used as a coffee aroma enhancing agent. | [Occurrence]
Reported found in sherry and krill. | [Definition]
ChEBI: 2-Methoxy-5-methylpyrazine is an aromatic ether and a member of pyrazines. | [Preparation]
From 2-methylpyrazine by various routes. | [Aroma threshold values]
Detection: 3 to 7 ppb |
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