Vanillin
Food-grade Vanillin (CAS 121-33-5), min. 99.5%, supplied wholesale by Zyntex. Classic vanilla flavor for chocolate, bakery, dairy, beverages, fragrances and pharmaceutical taste masking. CoA and SDS with every lot.
Description
Vanillin Product Overview
Vanillin (C8H8O3) is a white to slightly yellow crystalline powder with the characteristic sweet vanilla odor. It is the main flavor compound of vanilla beans; most commercial material is made from guaiacol or lignin, and natural grades from ferulic acid fermentation is also available.
In addition, food producers use it in chocolate, ice cream, bakery products, confectionery, dairy and beverages, often blended with Ethyl Vanillin, within the limits set by flavor regulations. Similarly, fragrance producers use it in gourmand perfumes and candles, pharmaceutical companies use it to mask taste, and chemists use it as an intermediate for some APIs.
Notably, related flavor ingredients in our range include Ethyl Maltol and Coumarin.
Key Applications of Vanillin
Typical uses include, for example:
🍫 Chocolate
Vanilla flavor.
🍦 Dairy and Ice Cream
Flavoring.
🌸 Fragrances
Gourmand notes.
💊 Pharmaceuticals
Taste masking.
Vanillin Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Standard Value |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Vanillin |
| CAS Number | 121-33-5 |
| Molecular Formula / Weight | C8H8O3 / 152.15 g/mol |
| Assay | Min. 99.5% (FCC) |
| Appearance | White to slightly yellow crystalline powder |
| Documents | CoA and SDS with every lot |
⚠️ Safety & Handling: May cause eye irritation. Avoid dust formation and contact with eyes. Store in tightly closed, light-resistant containers in a cool, dry place. Always consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS), because it contains the full classification and handling instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does it differ from ethyl vanillin?
Ethyl vanillin is two to four times stronger and does not occur in nature.
Do you supply a natural grade?
Natural grades can be quoted on request.
How can I get a price and documents?
We supply flexible quantities, from small orders to large volumes, so you do not need to meet the high minimum orders of large producers. Please contact us with your required volume, and we will send a quotation together with the CoA and SDS.
