2-methoxy-6-methylpyrazine
- CAS NO.：2882-21-5
- Empirical Formula: C6H8N2O
- Molecular Weight: 124.14
- MDL number: MFCD00053108
- EINECS: 220-737-3
- SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
- Update Date: 2025-12-31 16:09:46
What is 2-methoxy-6-methylpyrazine?
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.
The Uses of 2-methoxy-6-methylpyrazine
2-Methoxy-6-methylpyrazine can be used for drug storage package storing antiviral and antibacterial.
Preparation
From 2-methylpyrazine by various routes.
Definition
ChEBI: 2-Methoxy-6-methylpyrazine is a member of pyrazines and an aromatic ether.
Aroma threshold values
Detection: 3 to 7 ppb
Properties of 2-methoxy-6-methylpyrazine
| Boiling point: | 48-50 °C(Press: 15 Torr) |
| Density | 1.068±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted) |
| FEMA | 3183 | 2,5 OR 6-METHOXY-3-METHYLPYRAZINE (MIXTURE OF ISOMERS) |
| pka | 1.32±0.10(Predicted) |
| Odor | at 0.10 % in propylene glycol. roasted hazelnut almond peanut |
| JECFA Number | 788 |
| EPA Substance Registry System | Pyrazine, 2-methoxy-6-methyl- (2882-21-5) |
Safety information for 2-methoxy-6-methylpyrazine
| Signal word | Warning |
| Pictogram(s) |
 Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07 |
| GHS Hazard Statements |
H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation |
| Precautionary Statement Codes |
P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing. |
Computed Descriptors for 2-methoxy-6-methylpyrazine
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