Pyrazine

Agent Name
Pyrazine
CAS Number
290-37-9
Formula
C4-H4-N2
Major Category
Nitrogen Compounds
Pyrazine formula graphical representation
Synonyms
1,4-Diazabenzene; 1,4-Diazine; Paradiazine; Piazine; p-Diazine; [ChemIDplus] UN1325
Category
Pyrazines
Description
Solid with a strong odor like pyridine; [Merck Index] White crystalline solid with a strong odor; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used as a flavoring agent; [FDA]
Comments
Intraperitoneal LD50 (mouse) = 2,730 mg/kg; [RTECS] Safe when used as a flavoring agent in food; [JECFA] A skin and strong eye irritant; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
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Exposure Assessment

Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Flammable solid, organic, n.o.s."

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