67860-38-2

Basic information

• Product Name: Ethanone,1-(2-methyl-4-pyrimidinyl)-
• Synonyms: Ethanone,1-(2-methyl-4-pyrimidinyl)-;Ethanone, 1-(2-methyl-4-pyrimidinyl)- (9CI);4-ACETYL-2-METHYLPYRIMIDINE;1-(2-Methyl-4-pyrimidinyl)-ethanone;1-(2-MethylpyriMidin-4-yl)ethanone
• CAS NO: 67860-38-2
• Molecular Formula: C7H8N2O
• Molecular Weight: 136.15122
• Product Categories: ACETYLGROUP;PYRIMIDINE;pharmacetical
• Mol File: 67860-38-2.mol
• Article Data: 1

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 219.9°Cat760mmHg
• Flash Point: 89°C
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.1g/cm³
• Vapor Pressure: 0.117mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: 1.514
• Storage Temp.: Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
• PKA: -0.03±0.20(Predicted)
• CAS DataBase Reference: Ethanone,1-(2-methyl-4-pyrimidinyl)-(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: Ethanone,1-(2-methyl-4-pyrimidinyl)-(67860-38-2)
• EPA Substance Registry System: Ethanone,1-(2-methyl-4-pyrimidinyl)-(67860-38-2)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 67860-38-2(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Ethanone,1-(2-methyl-4-pyrimidinyl)is an organic compound that belongs to the class of ketones. It is characterized by the presence of a carbonyl group (C=O) attached to a methyl group and a 2-methyl-4-pyrimidinyl group. Ethanone,1-(2-methyl-4-pyrimidinyl)is known for its unique chemical properties and potential applications in various industries.

Uses

Used in Food Industry:
Ethanone,1-(2-methyl-4-pyrimidinyl)is used as a flavoring agent in various food categories. It imparts a distinct taste and aroma to the food products, enhancing their overall flavor profile. Ethanone,1-(2-methyl-4-pyrimidinyl)is used within specific usage levels to ensure safety and desired effects.
Used in Alcoholic Beverages:
In alcoholic beverages, Ethanone,1-(2-methyl-4-pyrimidinyl)is used as a flavor enhancer. It is added in trace amounts, with a usual level of 0.1 ppm and a maximum level of 5 ppm, to provide a unique taste and aroma to the beverages.
Used in Baked Goods:
Ethanone,1-(2-methyl-4-pyrimidinyl)is utilized in baked goods to impart a specific flavor and aroma. The usual usage level is 1.5 ppm, while the maximum level is 10 ppm, ensuring the desired taste without overpowering the other flavors in the baked goods.
Used in Meat Products:
In meat products, Ethanone,1-(2-methyl-4-pyrimidinyl)is used as a flavoring agent to enhance the taste and aroma of the meat. The usual usage level is 0.3 ppm, with a maximum level of 1 ppm, to provide a subtle yet noticeable flavor enhancement.
Occurrence:
Ethanone,1-(2-methyl-4-pyrimidinyl)has been reported to be found in meat extract, indicating its natural presence in some food products. This finding suggests that the compound may have a role in the natural flavor profile of certain foods.

Identification

▼▲ CAS.No.:? 67860-38-2? FL.No.:? 14.07 FEMA.No.:? 3654 NAS.No.:? 3654 CoE.No.:? n/a? EINECS.No.:? n/a? JECFA.No.:? 1565

Regulatory Status

CoE: n/a FDA: n/a FDA (other): n/a JECFA: ADI: Acceptable. No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavoring agent (2005).

Natural occurrence

Reported found in meat extract.

InChI:InChI=1/C7H8N2O/c1-5(10)7-3-4-8-6(2)9-7/h3-4H,1-2H3

Upstream product

• 89967-07-7 methyl 2-methyl-4-pyrimidinyl ketone oxime 
• 89966-72-3 4-chloro-6-ethyl-2-methylpyrimidine 
• 65845-70-7 4-ethyl-2-methylpyrimidine 

Relevant articles and documents

Studies on Pyrimidine Derivatives. XXXIII. Synthesis of Alkyl Pyrimidinyl Ketones by Means of Nitrosation of Alkylpyrimidines

The reaction of 4-alkylpyrimidines with propyl nitrite under acidic conditions followed by deoximation of the resulting ketoximes gave alkyl pyrimidinyl ketones in satisfactory yields.As compared with the direct oxidation of the alkylpyrimidines with sele