Description

Allo Maltol CAS NO 644-46-2 is a high-purity flavor and fragrance compound, chemically known as 3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4H-pyran-4-one. This versatile ingredient is prized for its ability to impart a sweet, caramel-like, and fruity aroma, enhancing the sensory profile of a wide range of products. It is an essential component for flavorists and product formulators in the food, beverage, and fragrance industries seeking to create complex and appealing sensory experiences.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A key building block for creating sweet, caramel, and fruity notes in food flavorings, beverage concentrates, and perfumery.
• Food & Beverage Manufacturing: Used as a flavor enhancer and modifier in baked goods, confectionery, dairy products, and soft drinks.
• Pharmaceuticals: Employed as a flavoring agent in syrups, chewable tablets, and oral suspensions to improve palatability.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into products like lip balms, lotions, and soaps to provide a pleasant, subtle fragrance.
• Tobacco Industry: Utilized in flavoring formulations for tobacco products.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a valuable intermediate or starting material in organic synthesis for more complex molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Allo Maltol
CAS No.	644-46-2
Molecular Formula	C6H6O3
Molecular Weight	126.11 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4H-pyran-4-one; 2-Methyl-3-hydroxy-4-pyrone; 2-Methylpyromeconic acid; Larixinic acid; Veltol; Corps Prunine; Flavor ingredient 21CFR172.515
EINECS	211-433-0

Quality Control

We supply Allo Maltol in various grades, including Food Grade (FCC) and high-purity Pharmaceutical grades. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and relevant regulatory frameworks such as FDA 21CFR172.515. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and safety parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	160°C - 164°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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