Description

4-Hydroxy-6-Methyl-2-Pyrone is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound, also known as maltol, valued for its unique flavor-enhancing and chelating properties. This compound is essential for industries requiring precise flavor modulation, metal ion control, or specific chemical intermediates. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical synthesis sectors.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Used as a key flavor enhancer and aroma compound in baked goods, beverages, and confectionery to impart a sweet, caramel-like note.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex molecules.
• Food Additive (E636): Employed as a flavoring agent to improve and round off the taste profile of processed foods and drinks.
• Antioxidant Synergist: Acts as a metal chelator in formulations to enhance the efficacy of primary antioxidants, improving product shelf-life.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Utilized in formulations for its pleasant aroma and as a stabilizer in certain cosmetic products.
• Chemical Research & Development: Functions as a ligand in coordination chemistry and a precursor in organic synthesis for academic and industrial R&D.
• Animal Feed Additive: Applied in trace amounts to improve the palatability of feed for livestock and pets.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-6-Methyl-2-Pyrone
CAS No.	675-10-5
Molecular Formula	C6H6O3
Molecular Weight	126.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Maltol; 3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4H-pyran-4-one; Larixinic acid; 2-Methyl-3-hydroxy-4-pyrone; Palatone; Veltol; E636; Corps praline
EINECS	211-597-5

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-6-Methyl-2-Pyrone is produced under strict quality management systems. We offer grades suitable for food (FCC), pharmaceutical, and technical applications, with rigorous testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurities, and physical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

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	≤ 1.0%
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.