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Fragrance

2,6-DIMETHYLPYRAZINE

CAS 108-50-9
50

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A pyrazine fragrance/flavour molecule with roasted-nutty character. Flammable liquid and oral toxicity classifications; safe at trace fragrance levels but not suited for high topical use.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Roasted/nutty fragrance note
  • Used at trace levels in fragrance

Known concerns

  • GHS H226: flammable liquid
  • H302: harmful if swallowed
  • Eye and respiratory irritation in concentrate
  • Mostly used in flavour, not topical

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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