Maltol is a white crystalline powder with a fragrant caramel-butterscotch odor.
Methyl maltol is commonly used in daily necessities, but its consumption is very low.
It can be used for pine needle and rose shape, with the effect of warming and sweet.
Mainly used to make strawberries, coffee, malt, nuts, vanilla and various fruit flavors.
It can be used for bread and cake with freshly baked flavor. It can also be used as sweetener.
CAS No.
118-71-8
Formula
C6H6O3
Molecular Mass
126.11000
Exact Mass
126.03200
PSA
50.44000
Logp
0.65380
IUPAC
3-hydroxy-2-methylpyran-4-one
Attribute classification
Matter Classification
organic
Category
Chemical and Physical Properties
Melting Point
160-164 °C(lit.)
Density
1.046 g/mL at 25 °C
Boiling Point
205 °C
Flash Point
198 °F
Appearance
Maltol is a white crystalline powder with a fragrant caramel-butterscotch odor.
Manufacturing
