High-Purity Ethyl Vanillin Powder (Assay ≥ 99.5% GC/FCC Grade)
Intense Sweet Vanilla Flavoring Agent · 3.5x–4x Potency vs Standard Vanillin · Controlled Crystal Mesh & Low Storage Caking
R&D Insights: Optimizing Flavor Thresholds & Crystal Size to Eliminate Production Caking
Technical notes from our aromatic synthesis & food application engineering team.
Ethyl Vanillin (3-ethoxy-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde) is the premier synthetic aroma chemical for food, beverage, fragrance, and pharmaceutical application, offering 3.5 to 4 times the aromatic strength and warm creamy profile of standard Methyl Vanillin. However, formulators and plant managers often run into two major operational hurdles: severe batch-to-batch flavor profile variance caused by residual reaction trace impurities, and rapid moisture-induced agglomeration (caking) in storage drums due to irregular needle-crystal morphology.
Our facility solves these processing challenges by implementing multi-stage solvent fractional recrystallization and temperature-controlled crystallization growth. This yields a clean, bright white crystalline powder with a tight melting range (76.0°C – 78.0°C), predictable bulk density (0.50–0.62 g/mL), and exceptional dissolution behavior. The result is zero harsh chemical off-notes, extended shelf-life flowability, and a guaranteed GC purity assay ≥ 99.5%.
Technical Specifications
| Product Name & CAS Number | Ethyl Vanillin Powder | CAS No.: 121-32-4 | FEMA No.: 2464 | EINECS: 204-464-7 |
| Chemical Name & Formula | 3-Ethoxy-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde | C9H10O3 (MW: 166.17) |
| Standardized Assay (GC) | ≥ 99.5% Ethyl Vanillin (Production batches consistently average 99.7% – 99.9%) |
| Appearance & Crystal Profile | White to slightly off-white fine crystalline powder or needle-like crystals | 100% through 40–80 Mesh |
| Melting Point & Loss on Drying | Melting Range: 76.0°C – 78.0°C | Loss on Drying ≤ 0.5% | Residue on Ignition ≤ 0.05% |
| Solubility Profile | 1g dissolves completely in 100mL water at 50°C, in 3mL ethanol (95%), and in 2mL chloroform; clear colorless solution |
| Heavy Metals & Impurity Control | Heavy Metals ≤ 10 ppm | Arsenic (As) ≤ 1.0 ppm | Lead (Pb) ≤ 1.0 ppm | Trace Vanillin ≤ 0.1% |
| Microbiological Standard | Total Plate Count < 500 cfu/g | Yeast & Mold < 50 cfu/g | E. coli & Salmonella: Negative/25g |
| Storage & Shelf Life | 24 Months in original unopened fiber drums stored in a cool, dark, dry warehouse (<25°C, RH <60%). Keep away from strong light and oxidizing agents. |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is the main sensory difference between Ethyl Vanillin and Standard Vanillin?
A: Ethyl Vanillin features an ethyl group (-OCH2CH3) instead of a methyl group (-OCH3). This chemical modification increases its aromatic potency by 3.5 to 4 times and imparts a warmer, creamier, and more concentrated vanilla profile compared to standard vanillin.
Q2: How should dosage be adjusted when substituting Standard Vanillin with Ethyl Vanillin?
A: Due to its 3.5x–4x flavor intensity, formulators typically replace 1.0 kg of standard vanillin with approximately 0.25 kg to 0.30 kg of Ethyl Vanillin. We recommend bench-top sensory trials to fine-tune the exact organoleptic balance for your specific food matrix.
Q3: How does your product prevent caking and clumping during storage?
A: Caking occurs when fine needle crystals entangle and absorb ambient moisture. We utilize precision crystallization to grow uniform, robust crystal particles with low moisture retention (≤0.5%), packed in double PE moisture-barrier inner liners to preserve free-flowing properties.
Q4: Is your Ethyl Vanillin thermal-stable in high-temperature bakery and extrusion processes?
A: Yes, Ethyl Vanillin possesses high thermal stability with a melting point of 76.0°C–78.0°C and a boiling point near 285°C, ensuring minimal aroma volatilization or degradation during standard baking (180°C–220°C) and confectionery cooking.
Q5: How can our technical team request evaluation samples and GC test reports?
A: Simply fill out the inquiry form below or contact our technical sales desk directly. We will dispatch a 500g evaluation sample kit along with lot-specific GC chromatograms, COAs, and safety datasheets within 24 to 48 hours.
Elevate Your Flavor Formulations with High-Purity Ethyl Vanillin
≥99.5% GC Purity, 3.5x–4x flavor intensity, non-caking crystal structure, and complete FCC/EU regulatory compliance. Partner with an industry-leading aromatic chemical expert today.
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