| Ethyl Vanillin
Ethyl vanillin is the organic compound with the formula (C2H5O)(HO)C6H3CHO. This colourless solid consists of a benzene ring with hydroxyl, ethoxy, and formyl groups on the 4, 3, and 1 positions, respectively.
Ethyl vanillin is a synthetic molecule, not found in nature. It is prepared via several steps from catechol, beginning with ethylation to give "guethol". This ether condenses with glyoxylic acid to give the corresponding mandelic acid derivative , which via oxidation and decarboxylation gives ethyl vanillin.
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Name:
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Ethyl Vanillin
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CAS No.:
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121-32-4
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Chemical Formula:
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C9H10O3
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Specification:
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FCC IV / USP 23
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Packing:
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In 20kg/25kg fiber drums
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Functional use:
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Flavoring agent
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Specifications:
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Items
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Standards
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Appearance
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Fine white or slightly yellow crystals
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Odor
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Characteristic of vanilla, stronger than vanillin
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Solubility
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1 gram of ethyl vanillin should be soluble in 2ml 95% ethanol, and makes clear solution
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Purity (Dry basis,HPLC)
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99% Min
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Loss on Drying
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0.5% Max
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Melting Point (°C)
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76.0- 78.0
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Arsenic (As)
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3 mg/kg Max
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Heavy Metals(as Pb)
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Heavy Metals(as Pb)
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Residue on ignition
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0.05% Max
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Application:
Ethyl vanillin is much stronger than natural vanilla, however, it is less expensive to use in large-scale food production.Ethyl vanillin is also easier to preserve than vanilla extract. Ethyl vanillin is used in chocolate, maple syrup, ice cream, and beverages, and is actually utilized in many fragrances as well.
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