Maltol
Maltol is a natural organic compound commonly used as a flavor enhancer in the food, beverage, and fragrance industries. Known for its sweet, caramel-like aroma and taste, Maltol significantly improves the palatability of a wide variety of products. It is highly effective in imparting sweetness and depth, making it an ideal ingredient in everything from baked goods and confectionery to beverages and dairy products.
Key Features and Benefits:
Sweet Flavor Enhancement: Maltol enhances sweetness and adds a warm, caramelized note, making it ideal for foods that benefit from a sugary flavor profile.
Versatile Applications: Suitable for use in baked goods, confectionery, beverages, dairy products, and even in non-food applications like perfumes and e-liquids.
Naturally Occurring: Derived from sources like roasted malt, pine needles, and larch bark, making it suitable for natural or clean-label formulations.
Cost-Effective: Offers robust flavor enhancement even at low concentrations, providing excellent value in flavor production.
Food-Grade and Safe: Fully compliant with international food safety regulations, making it safe for various consumable products.
Specifications:
ITEM STANDARD
Color and shape White crystalline powder
Purity > 99.0 %
Melting point 160-164 ℃
Water < 0.5%
Residue on ignition % 0.2 %
Heavy metals (as Pb) < 10 PPM
Lead < 10 PPM
Arsenic < 3 PPM
Cadmium < 1 PPM
Mercury < 1 PPM
Shelf Life: 24 months under appropriate storage conditions
Applications:
Confectionery and Baking: Ideal for flavoring cakes, pastries, chocolates, and other sweets by enhancing caramel and vanilla notes.
Beverages: Adds depth and sweetness to soft drinks, flavored milks, and dairy-based beverages.
Processed Foods: Used in sauces, jams, syrups, and dessert mixes to boost sweetness and complexity.
Non-Food Applications: Popular in the fragrance and cosmetics industries for its pleasant aroma, as well as in tobacco and e-liquids.
Packaging and Storage: Available in 25 kg drums or tailored packaging options. Store in a cool, dry place away from light and moisture to maintain product quality.
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