C6H8N2
108.14 g/mol
Flavor & FragranceWarning
2,3-DIMETHYLPYRAZINE
CAS5910-89-4EC227-630-0
Category
Flavor & Fragrance
Compound Class
Heterocycle
Primary Use
Flavoring agent
2,3-Dimethylpyrazine is an alkylpyrazine compound that contributes to the aroma and taste of various foods, including cocoa, baked goods, coffee, and wines. It is naturally formed during cooking through Maillard reactions and is valued for its aromatic properties.
Flavoring agent for foods and beverages
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Safety Reference
Warning
H226Flammable liquid and vapour
H302Harmful if swallowed
Identifiers
IUPAC Name
2,3-dimethylpyrazine
InChIKey
OXQOBQJCDNLAPO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
CC1=NC=CN=C1C
Synonyms (12)
- 2,3-DIMETHLPYRAZINE
- 2,3-DIMETHYLPYRAZINE
- 2,3-DMP pyrazine
- 2,3-Dimethyl-1,4-diazine
- Dimethylpyrazine
- Dimethylpyrazines
- FEMA 3271
- Pyrazine, 2,3-dimethyl-
- Pyrazine, dimethyl-