Specification :

Ethyl maltol
Ref No.: A026
Synonyms: 2-Ethyl-3-hydroxy-4-pyrone;
Molecular Formula: C7H8O3
Molecular Weight:140.14
CAS No.: 4940-11-8
Einecs No.: 225-582-5
FDA: 172.515
CoE: 692
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Appearance: White powder crystals
Odor: Burning sugar, fruit like, sweet
PHYSICOCHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Assay (GC): 99%
Melting point (c): 89 ~ 93
Water: 0.5%
Residue on ignition: 0.2%
Solubility: 1 g sample soluble in 5 ml 90% ethanol
STORAGE AND PACKING
Standard packing: In fibre drums, net weight 25 Kilos.
Storage: At cool place, in unopened packing, avoid prolonged exposure to light, heat and air.