Ethyl vanillin

CAS Number
121-32-4
EC Number
204-464-7
FEMA Number
FEMA 2464

What is Ethyl vanillin?

Ethyl vanillin (CAS 121-32-4), also known by FEMA 2464, is a synthetic flavoring aldehyde approximately three times more potent than natural vanillin.

Where is Ethyl vanillin used?

  • Food and beverage: chocolate and confectionery flavouring
  • Baked goods, dairy products and beverages: vanilla intensity
  • Fragrance: fine fragrances and body care
  • Home scent products: fixative base note extending longevity
  • Printing inks and coatings: UV stabilizer and antioxidant additive protecting colorants and substrates from photodegradation
  • Personal care: masking and scent-boosting agent in creams, lotions and hair care
  • It delivers a rich, creamy vanilla character at lower use rates.

Good to know: Approximately three times more potent than natural vanillin; potency makes it a cost-efficient choice for flavour and fragrance formulation.

Commercial specifications

  • Packaging from kilogram quantities up to bulk drum supply

Other Names (Synonyms)

Ehytl Vanillin|4-hydroxy-3-ethoxybenzaldehyde|3-Ethoxy-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde|Bourbonal|Vanillal|Ethavan|Ethovan|Vanirom

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What are the physical properties of Ethyl vanillin?

Melting Point 77.5 °C
Boiling Point 285 °C
Density 1.1097 (rough estimate)
Flash Point 127°C
Appearance WHITE TO OFF-WHITE FINE CRYSTALLINE POWDER
Color White to off-white
Odor at 10.00 % in dipropylene glycol. sweet creamy vanilla caramel
Form Fine Crystalline Powder
Water Solubility slightly soluble
Vapor Pressure <0.01 mm Hg ( 25 °C)
Refractive Index 1.4500 (estimate)
Log P 1.58 at 25℃

How is Ethyl vanillin classified and handled safely? Learn More

Warning
GHS07· Irritant

Hazard Statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed
H315 Causes skin irritation
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
H402 Harmful to aquatic life
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary Statements

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Ethyl vanillin?

HS Code 29124200
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids
WGK (Germany) 1
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