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Maltol CAS NO. 118-71-8

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CAS No.:

118-71-8

Grade:

food grade

Content:

99%

Packaging:

25kg

Price valid (until):

2023-03-10

Company Type:
Manufactory
Location:
China
Qualification:
Main Products:

Flavors & Fragrances,Catalyst & Auxiliary,Intermediates,Dyes & Pigments,Inorganic Chemistry,petro chemicals

  • Product Description

  • Seller Information

  • Inquiry History

  • Description

    Basic Information

    Product Name

    Maltol

    Multiple names

    1. -Hydroxy-2-Methyl-4-Pyrone;
    2. -Methyl-3-Hydroxy-.Gamma.-Pyranone;
    3. -3-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-4H-Pyran-4-One

    CAS No.

    118-71-8

    EC No.

    204-271-8

    MF No.

    C7H8O3

    MW No.

    140.1366

     

    Product Usage

    This product is a kind of flavor enhancer, which has the functions of aroma enhancement, aroma fixation and sweetness enhancement. It can be used to prepare food essence, tobacco essence, cosmetics essence, etc., and is widely used in food, beverage, meat products, tobacco, wine making, pharmaceutical and other industries.

     

    Specification

    Assay Item

    Standard

    Form

    Liquid

    Color

    Clear colorless

    Acidity Coefficient (pKa)

    8.41±0.10(Predicted)

    Melting Point

    160-164 °C(lit.)

    Refractive Index

    n20/D 1.541

    PH

    5.3 (0.5g/l, H2O)



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    Basic Info
    Product Name:

    Maltol

    Other Name:

    4H-Pyran-4-one,3-hydroxy-2-methyl-;3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4H-pyran-4-one;3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4-pyrone;3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-γ-pyrone;Larixic acid;Larixinic acid;Maltol;Palatone;2-Methyl-3-hydroxy-4-pyrone;3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-1,4-pyrone;3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4-pyranone;2-Methyl-3-hydroxypyrone;2-Methyl-3-hydroxypyran-4-one;Veltol;NSC 2829;NSC 404458;E 636;Larixin;Larixin (plant growth regulator);2-Methyl-4-oxo-4H-pyran-3-ol;Methylmaltol

    CAS No.:

    118-71-8

    Molecular Formula:

    C6H6O3

    InChIKeys:

    InChIKey=XPCTZQVDEJYUGT-UHFFFAOYSA-N

    Molecular Weight:

    126.11

    Exact Mass:

    126.11

    BRN:

    112169

    EC Number:

    204-271-8

    UNII:

    3A9RD92BS4

    NSC Number:

    404458|2829

    DSSTox ID:

    DTXSID0025523

    Color/Form:

    Monoclinic prisms from chloroform, orthorhombic bypyramidal crystals + monoclinic prisms from 50% alcohol|White crystalline powder

    HScode:

    29329995

    Categories:

    Synthetic Fragrances

    Characteristics
    PSA:

    46.5

    XLogP3:

    0.09

    Appearance:

    Clear colorless Liquid

    Density:

    1.046 g/mL at 25 °C

    Melting Point:

    161.5 °C

    Boiling Point:

    140-150 °C @ Press: 20 Torr

    Flash Point:

    198 °F

    Refractive Index:

    n 20/D 1.541

    Water Solubility:

    H2O: 1.2 g/100 mL (25 ºC);methanol: 50 mg/mL, clear

    Storage Conditions:

    Store below +30°C.

    Vapor Pressure:

    3.26X10-4 mm Hg at 25 deg C (extrapolated from reduced pressure boiling point)

    Toxicity:

    The acute oral LD
    50
    in rats was reported to be 2.33 g/kg (1.57-3.09 g/kg) (Moreno, 1974). The acute oral 7-day LD
    50
    s in mice, rats and chicks were reported to be 848, 1440 and 3720 mg/kg, respectively (Gralla, Stebbins, Coleman & Delahunt, 1969). Acute oral LD
    50
    values were found to be 550 mg/kg in mice, 1620 mg/kg in rabbits and 1410 mg/kg in guinea-pigs (Dow Chemical Company, 1967). The acute sc LD
    50
    in mice was found to be 820 mg/kg.

    Explosive limit:

    25%

    Odor:

    Fragrant, caramel-like odor

    Taste:

    Taste characteristics at 200.00 ppm: Sweet, caramellic, cotton candy with fruity, jammy strawberry nuance

    PH:

    pH of 0.5% aqueous solution = 5.3

    Henrys Law Constant:

    Henry's Law constant = 5.0X10-9 atm-cu m/mole at 25 °C (est)

    Dissociation Constants:

    pKa = 8.6

    Collision Cross Section:

    117.7 Ų [M+H]+ [CCS Type: TW, Method: calibrated with polyalanine and drug standards]

    Experimental Properties:

    Volatile with steam|May be sensitive to prolonged exposure to light and air. Reacts with bases. May react with reducing agents.|Hydroxyl radical reaction rate constant = 5.0X10-11 cu cm/molec-sec at 25 °C (est)|Ozone reaction rate constant = 1.3X10-17 cu cm/molec-sec at 25 °C (est)

    Air and 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.

    Reactive Group:

    Ethers

    Reactivity Profile:

    MALTOL is weakly acidic. Reacts with bases. May react with reducing agents. Volatile with steam. (NTP, 1992)

    Hazard Identification

    Classification of the substance or mixture

    Acute toxicity - Category 4, Oral

    GHS label elements, including precautionary statements

    Pictogram(s)
    Signal word

    Warning

    Hazard statement(s)

    H302 Harmful if swallowed

    Precautionary statement(s)
    Prevention

    P264 Wash ... thoroughly after handling.

    P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

    Response

    P301+P317 IF SWALLOWED: Get medical help.

    P330 Rinse mouth.

    Storage

    none

    Disposal

    P501 Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal.

    Other hazards which do not result in classification

    no data available

    Handling and Storage

    Precautions for safe handling

    Handling in a well ventilated place. Wear suitable protective clothing. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Use non-sparking tools. Prevent fire caused by electrostatic discharge steam.

    Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

    Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

  • Seller Information
    Business Type:

    Manufactory

    Main Products:

    Flavors & Fragrances,Catalyst & Auxiliary,Intermediates,Dyes & Pigments,Inorganic Chemistry,petro chemicals

    Location:

    17th Yuanlin Road ,Chongchuan area ,Nantong city ,Jiangsu province ,China

    Payment Terms:

    L/C,100% TT in advance

    Average lead Time:

    2

    Total Annual Revenue:

    Above $100 million

    Total Employees:

    201-300

    Year of Establishment:

    2008

    Certifications:

    GB/T19001-2016 / Iso9001:2015

    Established in 2008, running 14 years in Chemicals,

    with over one hundred staff ,selling thousand items, over RMB 1billion turnover annually.

    Regist ISO9001(No:31622Q10628ROM)
    Especially in the research, development and production of : Chemical raw materials,fine chemicals,pharmaceutical intermediates,Agrochemicals,food additives,Electronic chemicals,Environmental protection and water treatment...etc.
    We specialize in these field with the strength of good quality, pretty competitive price,and good service.

  • Inquiry History
    5 Inquiries
    Country Product Purchase Quantity Date Posted
    India

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    12 MT Dec 24, 2025
    China

    甲基麦芽酚 (Methyl Maltol)

    15 MT Dec 27, 2025
    India

    Maltol

    20 MT Aug 11, 2025
    India

    Maltol

    20 MT Aug 8, 2025
    India

    Maltol

    5 TON Aug 9, 2024
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