Ethyl Maltol
Flavorings · CAS 118-71-8
CAS No.
118-71-8
Form
White Powder
Description
Ethyl maltol is an organic compound that is a common flavourant in some confectioneries. It is related to the more common flavorant maltol by replacement of the methyl group by an ethyl group. It is a white solid with a sweet smell that can be described as caramalized sugar and cooked fruit.
Specifications
| Items | Standards |
|---|---|
| Assay | ≥99.2% |
| Melting range | 89.0-92.0 ℃ |
| Residue on ignition | ≤0.1% |
| Water | ≤0.3 |
| Heavy metal (as PB) | ≤10PPM |
| Lead | ≤5PPM |
| Arsenic | ≤2PPM |
| Cadmium | ≤1PPM |
| Mercury | ≤1PPM |
