Ethyl Maltol

Chemical properties: white or slightly yellow needle-shaped crystals or crystalline powder, with sweet caramel aroma. Melting point: 89-93. Easily soluble in hot water, ethanol and other organic solvents, slightly soluble in water. Solubility in water (g/100mL): 1.53 at 15â??, 1.81 at 25â??, 16.66 at 100â??, the aqueous solution is slightly acidic, 10.0 in ethanol, 5.88 in propylene glycol. It is highly volatile at room temperature and should be stored in a sealed container. Rat oral LD50: 150mg/kg, Adl0ï½?2mg/kg (FAO/WHO, 1994). Uses: Ethyl maltol is an edible flavoring agent allowed for use in my country. Its taste is 4-6 times stronger than maltol and has a significant flavoring effect. It is mainly used to prepare flavors such as candy, cakes, chocolate, tobacco and alcohol. The dosage is calculated according to normal production needs, generally 5-50 mg/kg in candy and chewing gum; 5-15 mg/kg in ice cream, seasonings, and jelly; 1.5-6 mg/kg in soft drinks. Uses It is used in food, tobacco, cosmetics and other industries to enhance flavor, fix flavor, and sweeten. Uses It is allowed to use as a food flavoring according to GB2760-96. It is mainly used to prepare flavors such as strawberry, grape, pineapple, and vanilla. Uses It is allowed to use as a food flavoring according to GB2760-86 of my country. It is mainly used to prepare flavors such as strawberry, grape, pineapple, and vanilla. Ethyl maltol is a flavor enhancer widely used in food, cigarettes, medicines, beverages, toothpaste, and cosmetics. It is a safe and non-toxic food additive with the functions of flavoring, sweetening, preserving fragrance, and masking odors. Ethyl maltol is similar to maltol and is a pyrone derivative. Its flavor enhancement effect is about 6 times that of maltol.