2-Methylpyrazine
Agent Name
2-Methylpyrazine
CAS Number
109-08-0
Formula
C5-H6-N2
Major Category
Nitrogen Compounds
Synonyms
2-Methyl-1,4-diazine; Methylpyrazine; Pyrazine, 2-methyl-; Pyrazine, methyl-; [ChemIDplus] UN1993
Category
Pyrazines
Description
Colorless liquid; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used as flavoring agent or adjuvant; [FDA]
Comments
Safe when used as a flavoring agent in food; [JECFA] An irritant; Harmful by ingestion; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Flammable liquid, n.o.s."
NFPA
high ambient temp required
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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