Ethyl Maltol
2-Ethyl-3-hydroxy-4-pyrone, Veltol Plus.
- CAS
- 4940-11-8
- EC
- 225-582-5
- Sectors
- Food & Nutrition, Personal Care & Cosmetics, Pharma & Healthcare
Ethyl Maltol (CAS 4940-11-8) is a high-potency flavoring and aroma-enhancing compound with a sweet, caramelized sugar scent, supplied as a white to pale yellow crystalline powder that intensifies sweetness in confectionery and fruit-based beverages and serves as a gourmand note in fragrances. This Food Grade crystalline powder is significantly more powerful than regular maltol in masking off-notes.
The product is a Technical Grade flavorant that excels in intensifying the sweetness of confectioneries and fruit-based beverages. It is highly soluble in propylene glycol and ethanol, making it a versatile gourmand note in perfumes.
Commercially, it is valued for its synergistic effect, allowing manufacturers to reduce sugar content while maintaining a rich flavor profile. Its high stability ensures that the sweet aroma remains consistent through thermal industrial processing.
Typical Properties
| Molecular formula | C7H8O3 |
|---|---|
| Molecular weight | 154.16 g/mol |
| Form | neat |
| Color | White to Pale Yellow |
| Odor | at 5.00 % in benzyl alcohol. sweet caramel jam strawberry cotton candy |
| Melting point | 91.020 °C |
| Water solubility | 9.345g/L at 24°C |
| GHS signal word | Warning · Irritant / harmful |
| HS code | 29329990 |
| Grades available | Food Grade, Technical Grade |
Typical literature values for identification; lot-specific results are stated on the certificate of analysis (COA) and the safety data sheet (SDS) that accompany every delivery.
Ethyl Maltol
Applications
- Flavoring Agent: Used in the production of sweets, chocolates, and drinks to amplify sweetness and fruit profiles.
- Fragrance Design: Essential component in "gourmand" style perfumes, body lotions, and scented home care products.
- Pharmaceutical Masking: Applied in medicinal syrups to cover the bitter taste of active ingredients and improve palatability.
Safety & Risks
Classified as Harmful if Swallowed (Category 4). Wear Safety Glasses and Disposable Gloves; avoid generating dust to prevent respiratory irritation in production areas.
Packaging
1 kg Aluminum Foil Bags or 25 kg Fiber Drums.