Ethyl maltol is a safe, reliable, low dosage, and effective food additive. Its molecular formula is C7H8O3. As a flavor modifier and flavor enhancer, it is used more and more widely. It is a good flavor synergist for tobacco, food, beverage, flavor, fruit wine, daily cosmetics, etc. It has a significant effect on improving and enhancing the flavor of food. It has a sweetening effect on sweets and can extend the storage period of food.
In 1970, ethyl maltol was officially listed in the ranks of food additives by the World Health Organization and the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization. With its remarkable flavoring effect, recognized safety and wide applicability, it has been used at home and abroad at a relatively rapid rate. development of. Although ethyl maltol is a homologue of maltol, because of minor changes in its molecular structure, its aroma enhancement effect is 3-8 times that of maltol.