CAS 118-71-8 Flavor Healthy Chemical Food Additives Maltol 3-hydroxy-2-methyl-4-pyrone /Whatsapp:+8615308670259

Basic Info

Product Name: Maltol//3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4H-pyran-4-one

Synonyms:2-hydroxy-3-methyl-4H-pyran-4-one (maltol);2-Methyl pyromeconic acid;2-Methyl-3-hydroxy-.gamma.-pyranone;2-Methyl-3-hydroxy-4-pyrone;2-Methyl-3-hydroxy-gamma.-pyranone;2-Methyl-3-hydroxypyrone;2-Methyl-3-oxy-gamma-pyrone;2-Methylpromeconicacid

CAS:118-71-8

MF:C6H6O3

MW:126.11

EINECS:204-271-8

Product Categories:Food and Feed Additive;Food & Feed ADDITIVES;Heterocycles;Food & Flavor

Additives;Aromatics;Miscellaneous Reagents;C3 to C6;Cichorium intybus (Chicory);Building Blocks;

Carbonyl Compounds;Chemical Synthesis;Ketones;Nutrition Research

Chemical Properties:white crystalline powder

Assay:99%

standard:FCC IV

Usage:A fragrance molecule used in flavor enhancers and fragrances.

General Description:White crystalline powder with a fragrant caramel-butterscotch odor. pH (5% aqueous solution) 5.3.

Air & Water Reactions:May be sensitive to prolonged exposure to light and air. Somewhat soluble in water at room temperature. Freely soluble in hot water [Merck]. Slightly soluble in cold water.

Reactivity Profile:3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4H-pyran-4-one is weakly acidic. Reacts with bases. May react with reducing agents. Volatile with steam.

Fire Hazard Flash point data on 3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4H-pyran-4-one are not available; however, 3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4H-pyran-4-one is probably combustible.

Packing:25kg/Drum

Description

Maltol is applied to many foods as: 

Flavour enhancer; It provides the distinctive aromas of baking and roasting. 

As intensifier of sweetness in confections and chocolate products, desserts and beverages; By adding minor amounts of maltol, 15 per cent of sugar can be saved 

As aroma and flavour enhancer for intense caramel aroma.

Maltol is a naturally occurring organic compound that is used primarily as a flavor enhancer. It is found in the bark of larch tree, in pine needles, and in roasted malt (from which it gets its name). It is a white crystalline powder that is soluble in hot water, chloroform, and other polar solvents. Because it has the odor of caramel, maltol is used to impart a sweet aroma to fragrances. Maltol has a taste and odor reminiscent of freshly baked bread, and is used as a flavor enhancer (E number E636) in breads and cakes.

Applications:

Maltol, is a kind of broad-spectrum flavor-enhancing agent. It can be prepared into essence, essence for tobacco, cosmetics essence, etc.. Maltol is widely used in the industries including foods, drinks, tobaccos, wine making, cosmetics and pharmacy, etc..

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