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.
Chemical Properties
clear colourless liquid
Occurrence
Reported found in sherry and krill.
Preparation
From 2-methylpyrazine by various routes.
Definition
ChEBI: 2-Methoxy-3-methylpyrazine is a member of pyrazines and an aromatic ether.
Aroma threshold values
Detection: 3 to 7 ppb
General Description
Lowest observable adverse effect levels of 2-methoxy-3-methylpyrazine which inhibits ciliary beat frequency, oocyte pickup rate and infundibular smooth muscle contraction in the hamster oviduct has been evaluated.
