E637, Ethyl Maltol, 2-Ethyl pyromeconic acid, 4940-11-8

E637, Ethyl Maltol, 2-Ethyl pyromeconic acid, 4940-11-8

1. Product Description:

• Product Name: Ethyl Maltol

• Chemical Formula: C₇H₈O₃

• CAS Number: 4940-11-8

• Appearance: White crystalline powder

• Molecular Weight: 140.14 g/mol

• Melting Point: 85-95°C

• Boiling Point: 161°C

• Density: 1.34 g/cm³

• Solubility: Sparingly soluble in water; soluble in ethanol and propylene glycol

2. Product CAS No:

• CAS Number: 4940-11-8

3. Physical and Chemical Properties:

• Physical Properties:

  • Appearance: White crystalline powder

  • Melting Point: 85-95°C

  • Boiling Point: 161°C

  • Density: 1.34 g/cm³

  • Solubility: Sparingly soluble in water; soluble in ethanol and propylene glycol

• Chemical Properties:

  • Chemical Formula: C₇H₈O₃

  • Reactivity: Generally chemically inert and does not react with many chemicals. However, it can react at high temperatures or with strong oxidizing agents.

  • pH Stability: Stable over a wide pH range, making it suitable for various industrial and biological applications.

4. Uses:

• Food Industry: Used as a flavor enhancer and aroma compound. Commonly found in confectionery, beverages, ice creams, sweet sauces, and flavored products.

• Perfume and Cosmetics: Used in perfumes and cosmetics for its sweet, fruity aroma.

• Pharmaceutical Industry: Used as a flavoring agent in pharmaceutical formulations.

5. Other Names:

• 2-Ethyl-3-hydroxy-4-pyrone

• 2-Ethyl pyromeconic acid

• 2-Ethyl-3-hydroxy-4-pyranone

6. Common Name:

• Ethyl Maltol