Acetylpyrazine

Acetylpyrazine (CAS 22047-25-2), also identified by FEMA 3126, is a synthetic flavoring compound used in food and fragrance applications.

Where is Acetylpyrazine used?

• Food flavoring: roasted notes in snack seasonings, bakery products, and savory blends
• Popcorn and corn-based snacks: authentic character
• Beverages: roasted depth in coffee, cocoa, and malt-flavored drinks
• Fragrance and personal care: smoky, gourmand, or tobacco-adjacent scent profiles
• Formulators rely on it to build or enhance cooked, toasted, and grain-like flavor profiles at low use levels.

Good to know: Buyers should confirm compliance with established industry regulations and review supplier documentation when sourcing for food-grade use.

Commercial specifications

• Commercial flavor-grade purity, typically 98–99%+
• Small packaging for flavor house sampling through to drum quantities for industrial blending