Ethyl Maltol AC
The scent: Sweet, candy-like, caramel-like scent reminiscent of cotton candy.
Often used with vanilla to create a rich, sweet scent.
Ethyl maltol is many times stronger than maltol.
CAS: 4940-11-8
EINECS: 225-582-5
Fragrance strength: Strong (360 hours on fragrance strip)
Appearance: white crystals/powder
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A deliciously sweet aroma compound with a warm, edible undertone
Ethyl Maltol evokes cotton candy, rich caramel, and ripe fruit preserves.
Widely used in gourmand perfumery, it adds mouthwatering softness to fruity and floral blends.
Even at low concentrations, it smooths out compositions and enhances the richness of surrounding notes.Ethyl Maltol is widely used in modern perfumery as a sweetener and softening agent.
It plays a key role in gourmand fragrances, adding notes reminiscent of cotton candy, caramel, and fruit preserves.
It also enhances floral accords like jasmine or peony, giving them a rounder, more approachable character.
Even in woody or fruity compositions, it can introduce a subtle warmth and sweetness that enriches the overall scent. Its high potency means only a small amount is needed, making it both effective and economical.
No IFRA restriction for perfume:
- Approved for use in all IFRA categories except lip and oral care products
- No maximum concentration limits in fine fragrance, creams, sprays, candles, etc.
- Category 1 & 6: Not approved
- Category 4 (fine fragrance): Not restricted
- Category 12 (air fresheners, candles): Not restricted
Synonyms:
– 2-ethyl-3-hydroxypyran-4-one
– EM-1 crystal grain
– EM-400 crystal grain
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