Gourmand
Ethyl Maltol
Principal synonym:
CAS 4940-11-8 Aroma chemical
1% or 10% ethanol/DPG
Quick Olfactory Profile
Odor familyGourmand
Odor profileCotton candy, caramelized sugar, jammy fruit enhancer
Note behaviorHeart-Base
StrengthVery Strong
SubstantivityHigh
Suggested evaluation1% or 10% ethanol/DPG
Description
Cotton candy, caramelized sugar, jammy fruit enhancer Note behavior: Heart-Base.
Formulation Guidance
| Typical working range | 0.01-1% |
| Recommended evaluation dilution | 1% or 10% ethanol/DPG |
| Useful pairings | Vanillin; fruits; patchouli; musks; lactones |
| Example accords | Cotton candy; caramel; berry jam; gourmand |
Usage information is general educational guidance and is not a substitute for safety assessment or current IFRA / regulatory review for your specific application.
Material Information
| CAS number | 4940-11-8 |
| Manufacturer / source | Multiple aroma-chemical manufacturers |
| Pricing tier | Core |
Documents
Documentation (SDS, IFRA, allergen and COA) is provided per lot on request; contact us for the current grade you intend to use.
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