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CAS: 32974-92-8
Molecular Formula: C8H10N2O
Molecular Weight: 150.18
EINECS: 251-316-2
HS Code: 29339900
Synonyms: ACETYL-3-ETHYLPYRAZINE 99+%;2-Acetyl-3-thylpyrazine;ACETYL-3-ETHYLPYRAZINE, 2-(SG);2-ACETYL-3-ETHYL PYRAZINE FEMA NO.——–;2-Acetyl-3-Ethyl;2-Acetyi-3-ethyl pyrazine;1-(3-Ethylpyrazin-2-yl)ethanone;1-(3-ethylpyrazin-2-yl)ethan-1-one
2-Acetyl-3-ethylpyrazine CAS 32974-92-8 is a synthetic aromatic ketone supplied as a clear liquid ranging from yellow to light orange. Characterized by its distinct nutty, popcorn, potato chip, and meaty odor, it is naturally found in ingredients like cocoa and pork liver. This compound is primarily utilized as a safe, highly effective flavoring agent (FEMA 3250) designed to enhance savory and roasted notes in various commercial products.
| Item | Value |
| Appearance | Clear yellow to light orange liquid |
| Boiling point | 54–56 °C at 1 mm Hg |
| Density | 1.075 g/mL at 25 °C |
| Flash Point | 188 °F |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.515 |
| Storage conditions | Sealed in dry, Room Temperature |
1. Intense Flavor Profile – Delivers a concentrated earthy, nutty, and meaty aroma, providing essential sensory characteristics at very low usage levels.
2. Regulatory Approval – Evaluated and approved by JECFA (No. 785) and FEMA (No. 3250) as a safe flavoring agent with no safety concerns at typical consumption levels.
3. Formulation Versatility – Supplied as a stable liquid, allowing for straightforward integration into both liquid flavor compounds and dry product applications.
1. Food Flavoring – Extensively utilized to impart authentic savory, roasted, and nutty flavors in baked goods, meat products, soups, gravies, soft candies, and snack foods.
2. Animal Feed – Applied as a safe and effective flavoring additive in the animal feed industry to improve the aroma and palatability of feed mixes.
3. Condiment & Aroma Enhancement – Serves as a vital volatile component used by flavorists to replicate complex aromas, such as the caramel-like and nutty notes developed during the aging process of specialized vinegars.
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