Description

4-Hydroxy-3-Methoxy-Benzaldehyde, also known as vanillin, is a key aromatic compound with a characteristic sweet, creamy vanilla scent and flavor. It is a fundamental building block and flavoring agent of immense commercial importance across multiple global industries. This high-purity compound is essential for manufacturers in the food and beverage, fragrance, and pharmaceutical sectors seeking reliable, consistent quality for their formulations.

Application

• Food & Beverage Flavoring: Primary application as a natural and synthetic vanilla flavoring agent in baked goods, confectionery, ice cream, beverages, and dairy products.
• Fragrance & Perfumery: A core ingredient in perfumes, soaps, candles, and air fresheners for its warm, sweet, and comforting vanilla base note.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used as a starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of various drugs, including L-DOPA (used for Parkinson's disease) and other fine chemicals.
• Agrochemicals: Serves as a precursor or intermediate in the production of certain herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Laboratory & Research: Utilized as a standard, reagent, or substrate in biochemical research, analytical chemistry, and organic synthesis studies.
• Industrial Masking Agent: Employed to mask unpleasant odors in industrial products, paints, coatings, and cleaning formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-3-Methoxy-Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	8014-42-4
Molecular Formula	C8H8O3
Molecular Weight	152.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Vanillin; Vanillic Aldehyde; 3-Methoxy-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde; Methylprotocatechuic Aldehyde; Zimco; Lioxin; Rhovanil; Vaniropa
EINECS	202-465-7

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-3-Methoxy-Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We offer grades compliant with FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) and Kosher standards for food and flavor applications, as well as high-purity grades for pharmaceutical and technical uses. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including HPLC, GC, and organoleptic evaluation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and conformance to specifications are available for all shipments.

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 product is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

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

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