Ethyl Vanillin

General Information

Product Name: Ethyl Vanillin
CAS: 121-32-4
Catalog: SUR-NON-102
Applications: Food industry, tobacco industry, cosmetics and personal care, pharmaceutical industry, others

Introduction

Ethyl vanillin, chemically known as 3-ethoxy-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde, is a synthetic flavoring agent derived from vanillin. It plays a crucial role in enhancing flavors and is an essential component in fine chemical applications.

Characteristics

Ethyl vanillin exhibits several distinctive characteristics that contribute to its widespread use:

Appearance: In its pure form, ethyl vanillin appears as white to slightly yellow crystalline powder or crystals.
Odor: Ethyl vanillin is renowned for its potent vanilla-like fragrance. Its aroma is approximately three to four times stronger than that of methyl vanillin.
Solubility: Ethyl vanillin is soluble in alcohol, ether, and chloroform but only slightly soluble in water.

Basic Parameters

Items	SUR-NON-102
Appearance	White to slightly yellow crystalline powder
Odor	It smells like vanilla
Purity (GC, %)	≥ 99.5
Melting Point (℃)	76.0-78.0
Loss on Drying (%)	≤ 0.5
Heavy Metal (as Pb, mg/kg)	≤ 10
As (mg/kg)	≤ 3

* Typical values (not warranted values)

Applications

Ethyl vanillin finds extensive application across several industries, owing to its flavoring, fragrance-enhancing, and chemical properties:

Food Industry: In the food industry, ethyl vanillin is predominantly used as a flavoring agent. Its strong vanilla aroma enhances the taste of various products, including baked goods, confectioneries, beverages, and dairy products. Ethyl vanillin is often utilized in combination with other flavors to create complex and desirable taste profiles.
Tobacco Industry: Ethyl vanillin's potent aroma makes it an ideal additive in the tobacco industry. It is used to improve the flavor and aroma of tobacco products, contributing to a more pleasant smoking experience. The compound's ability to withstand high temperatures without significant degradation makes it suitable for incorporation in various tobacco blends.
Cosmetics and Personal Care: In the cosmetics and personal care sector, ethyl vanillin is used in fragrances, lotions, and creams. Its strong and pleasant vanilla scent enhances the sensory appeal of these products. Additionally, ethyl vanillin's stability and compatibility with other ingredients make it a valuable component in formulating long-lasting and effective personal care items.
Pharmaceutical Industry: Ethyl vanillin is also employed in the pharmaceutical industry as a flavoring agent to mask unpleasant tastes of certain medications. Its inclusion in oral medications, syrups, and chewable tablets improves patient compliance by making these products more palatable.

Packaging and Storage

Packaging Options: Typically packaged in 20 kg or 25 kg cartons, customizable according to customer requirements.
Storage Conditions: Stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat sources to maintain the compound's integrity and efficacy.

Ethyl vanillin's unique chemical and physical properties, combined with its strong vanilla aroma, make it an invaluable component in food, tobacco, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. Contact Alfa Chemistry today to learn more about our products and how they can benefit your applications.

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