【CAS】121-33-5
Alias: 2-Methoxy-4-formylphenol;3-Methoxy-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde
Molecular formula: C8H8O3 Relative molecular mass: 152.15
Structural formula:
1.Product Property
Vanillin (food grade) is a white to slightly yellow needle-like crystal or crystalline powder, with a typical vanilla sweet aroma.
2.
| Parameter | Specification (Food Grade) |
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline powder |
| Assay (HPLC) | ≥ 99.5% |
| Odor | Characteristic vanilla odor |
| Melting Point | 81 – 83°C |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.05% |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 3 ppm |
| Chloride (Cl⁻) | ≤ 0.03% |
| Sulfate (SO₄²⁻) | ≤ 0.02% |
3.Application scope and Usage
Vanillin can be used in many cosmetic fragrance formulations, but it is mainly used in edible fragrances. It is widely applied in candies, chocolates, beverages, ice cream, alcoholic beverages, and is also useful in tobacco fragrances. Vanillin is an essential ingredient used in the production of chocolate, ice cream, chewing gum, pastries and tobacco flavorings. Vanillin is also an important edible flavoring agent. It is used as a base flavoring agent and is employed in almost all types of flavors. It is widely used in the food industry and is extensively used as a food flavoring agent in bread, cream, ice cream, brandy, etc. It is one of the most commonly used flavoring agents in baked goods and can be used in chocolate, cookies, cakes, puddings and ice cream.
4.Package and Storage
Vanillin (food grade) should be packaged in aluminum foil bags or light-protective glass bottles, with a food-grade polyethylene bag inside for moisture prevention. Store in a cool (<25℃), dry and dark environment with a relative humidity of ≤60%, away from oxidants and odorous substances. Unopened for 24 months, after opening, it needs to be resealed and used within 12 months.
