3-HYDROXY-2-METHYL-1,4-PYRONE

Details:

Common name: 3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4H-pyran-4-one

Category: Food additives

Other name: 3-HYDROXY-2-METHYL-1,4-PYRONE

CAS No.: 118-71-8

EINECS No.: 204-271-8

Appearance: Liquid

Molecular formula: C6H6O3

 

Brand Name: Colorcom

Shelf Life: 2 Years

Place of Origin: China

 

Product Specification:

Molecular Weight	126.11
Boiling point	205 °C
Melting point	160-164 °C(lit.)
Density	1.046 g/mL at 25 °C
Purity	99%
Acidity coefficient (pKa)	8.41±0.10(Predicted)
PH	5.3 (0.5g/l, H2O)
Soluble	Dissolved in methanol, solubility of 50mg/mL
Water solubility	1.2 g/100 mL (25 ºC)
Color	Colorless

 

 

Product Description:
3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4H-pyran-4-one is an important compound. It typically appears as a crystalline solid with a characteristic odor. Structurally, its unique pyran ring with substituents it particular chemical reactivity. In the food and beverage industry, it is used as a flavor enhancer, adding a rich, fruity aroma to products like juices, jams, and baked goods, elevating their taste profiles. In the perfume and fragrance industry, it serves as a key ingredient to create alluring scents, providing a sweet, warm note that lingers. In the pharmaceutical field, it has potential applications in drug synthesis, perhaps as a building block for complex molecules due to its reactive functional groups. In the agricultural sector, it may play a role in pest management, as some studies suggest it could act as a natural repellent or disrupt the mating patterns of certain insects. Overall, 3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4H-pyran-4-one finds its niche in multiple industries, leveraging its distinct properties.

 

Application: 

Methylmaltol is often used in daily necessities flavor formulations, but the amount is very low. Used for pine needles, rose type, warm and sweet effect. It is mainly used to prepare strawberry, coffee, malt, nut, vanilla and various fruit flavors. For bread, cakes have a freshly baked flavor. And generally can be used as a sweetener.

Package: 25kg drums

Storage: Sealed in dry, room temperature.

Executive Standards: International Standard.