Description

Vanillin is the primary flavor and aroma compound responsible for the characteristic taste and scent of vanilla. This versatile synthetic flavoring agent is a cornerstone ingredient for creating consistent, high-quality sensory profiles across numerous industries. It is essential for manufacturers in the food and beverage, fragrance, and pharmaceutical sectors seeking reliable and cost-effective flavor enhancement.

Application

• Food & Beverage Flavoring: The dominant application, used in baked goods, confectionery, ice cream, dairy products, chocolates, and beverages to impart a sweet, creamy vanilla note.
• Fragrance & Perfumery: A key component in fine perfumes, soaps, detergents, and personal care products for its warm, comforting, and long-lasting aromatic properties.
• Pharmaceutical Masking Agent: Employed to mask unpleasant bitter or metallic tastes in syrups, chewable tablets, and oral liquid medications, improving patient compliance.
• Industrial Intermediate: Serves as a chemical precursor in the synthesis of other fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals (e.g., L-DOPA), and herbicides.
• Animal Feed Additive: Used to enhance the palatability of feed for livestock and pets.

Basic Information

Product Name	Vanillin
CAS No.	121-33-5
Molecular Formula	C8H8O3
Molecular Weight	152.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde; Vanillic Aldehyde; Methylprotocatechuic Aldehyde; 3-Methoxy-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-hydroxy-3-methoxy-; Lioxin; Rhovanil; Zimco
EINECS	204-465-2

Quality Control

Our Vanillin is produced and tested to meet stringent global standards for purity and safety. We offer grades compliant with FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) and Kosher requirements, ensuring suitability for food, flavor, and fragrance applications. Every batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles to guarantee supply chain reliability and product consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	81 - 83 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.05%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.