Aroma Molecule
Maltol
CAS 118-71-8 · C6H6O3 · 126.11 g/mol
GourmandHeart noteHigh strength
Scent Profile
Sweet, caramel and cotton candy note, softer than ethyl maltol.
Technical Specifications
| CAS No. | 118-71-8 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C6H6O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 126.11 g/mol |
| Scent Family | Gourmand |
| Note Position | Heart |
| Odour Strength | High |
| Typical Tenacity | Medium: one to several days on a blotter |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Solubility | Soluble in ethanol and most fragrance materials |
| Typical Applications | Fine fragrance, personal care, candles and gourmand accords |
| Grade | Perfumer grade aroma chemical |
| Documentation | COA and MSDS provided for bulk purchases above 1kg only; not available for sample purchases. IFRA and allergen information on request |
Typical values for reference. Lot specific data is provided on the certificate of analysis for bulk purchases above 1kg.