High-Purity Ethyl Vanillin For Food, Beverage & Fragrance Applications

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Ethyl Vanillin powder CAS 121-32-4 with product features from TUODA
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Ethyl Vanillin

High-Intensity Vanilla Flavoring Agent for Food, Beverage, Cosmetic & Fragrance Applications

Parameter
Specification

Chemical Name

Ethyl Vanillin

CAS Number

121-32-4

Molecular Formula

C₉H₁₀O₃

Molecular Weight

166.17 g/mol

Purity

≥99.5%

Appearance

White to pale yellow crystalline powder

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Ethyl Vanillin Supplier & Manufacturer

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High-Purity Ethyl Vanillin

The Gold Standard for Food, Beverage & Fragrance Applications

TUODA’s Ethyl Vanillin is the preferred solution for food and fragrance manufacturers seeking exceptional flavor intensity and formulation flexibility. With a purity of ≥99.5% and strong vanilla aroma, it enhances the sensory profile of a wide range of products—from baked goods and beverages to perfumes and oral care.

Ethyl Vanillin CAS 121-32-4 is a powerful synthetic flavoring agent that delivers a sweet, creamy vanilla note, approximately 2–4 times stronger than natural vanillin. It is widely used in confectionery, dairy, beverages, fragrances, and personal care products.

TUODA ensures batch-to-batch consistency and global regulatory compliance (FCC, GB29938, JECFA), supported by professional documentation including COA, MSDS, and TDS.

Product Specifications

Industry-Leading Quality Parameters for Ethyl Vanillin

Chemical Properties

Chemical Formula: C₉H₁₀O₃
Molecular Weight: 166.17 g/mol
Purity: ≥99.5%
Appearance: White to pale yellow crystalline powder
Density: 1.06 g/cm³ at 25°C

Physical Properties

Boiling Point: 285°C
Melting Point: 76–78°C
Flash Point: 146°C (Closed Cup)
Refractive Index:  1.553
Solubility: Soluble in ethanol and ether; slightly soluble in water

Packaging & Storage

Available Sizes: 100g,1kg, 5kg,25kg fiber drums
Container Type: Aluminum foil bags / Fiber drums with inner PE bags
Storage Temp: 24 months under proper conditions
Shelf Life: 24 months
Handling: Avoid direct sunlight and contact with oxidizing agents

All specifications are validated through rigorous quality assurance. Custom grades and regulatory documents (COA, MSDS, TDS) are available upon request.

Core Advantages

Why TUODA’s Ethyl Vanillin Sets the Industry Standard

High Flavor Potency

Premium-grade Ethyl Vanillin delivers 2–4× stronger vanilla intensity than natural vanillin, ideal for applications requiring bold aroma performance.

Exceptional Stability

Stable under a variety of storage conditions with consistent flavor release performance throughout shelf life.

Versatile Applications

Widely used in food, beverage, cosmetic, and fragrance formulations thanks to excellent compatibility with diverse bases and carriers.

Reliable Technical Support

Our team offers complete support from sampling to full-scale implementation, ensuring peace of mind for your product development.

Discover the difference TUODA’s high-purity Ethyl Vanillin can make in your flavor, fragrance, and formulation success.

Application Areas

TUODA’s Ethyl Vanillin (CAS:121-32-4 ) in Modern Flavor, Fragrance & Pharmaceutical Formulations

Food & Beverage Flavoring

Delivers intense vanilla flavor to bakery, dairy, candy, and beverage formulations.

Fragrance & Cosmetics

Used in perfumes, lotions, creams, and soaps for a warm, sweet, creamy aroma profile.

Pharmaceutical Applications

Serves as a masking agent to improve the palatability of oral medicines and supplements.>

Confectionery Products

Ideal for chocolates, sweets, ice cream, and flavored syrups with high flavor retention.

Oral Care Formulations

Improves consumer experience in toothpaste, mouthwash, and dental tablets.

Flavor Testing & Sensory R&D

Used in controlled trials and product prototyping in food science laboratories.

Food & Beverage Flavoring

Assorted healthy ingredients including citrus, honey, almonds and yogurt

Ethyl Vanillin is a high-intensity synthetic flavoring agent that mimics the taste and aroma of natural vanilla. It is especially suitable for baked goods, confectionery, dairy products, and beverages where flavor longevity and thermal stability are required.

Key Benefits in Food Applications:

  • 2–4× stronger than natural vanillin
  • Excellent heat resistance during baking and pasteurization
  • Stable performance in acidic and neutral formulations
  • Economical and effective at low dosage levels

Our high-purity Ethyl vanillin ensures consistent catalyst performance, resulting in polymer products with precise specifications and minimal defects.

Case Study: Enhancing Cookie Aroma

A large-scale cookie manufacturer replaced natural vanillin with TUODA’s high-purity Ethyl Vanillin in their formulation. As a result, the brand achieved a 30% improvement in flavor retention after baking, a 25% reduction in flavoring cost per batch, and a notable increase in consumer preference during blind taste tests.

Fragrance & Cosmetics

Natural skincare ingredients including lemon, cream, and essential oils

Ethyl Vanillin is widely used in fragrance and personal care product development as a warm, creamy vanilla note enhancer. Its superior aroma intensity and excellent solubility make it ideal for perfume blends, skincare emulsions, soaps, and deodorant formulations.

Applications in Fragrance & Cosmetic Industry:

  • Adds a rich vanilla base note to fine fragrances and colognes
  • Enhances sweetness and warmth in lotions and creams
  • Compatible with both oil-based and alcohol-based systems
  • Improves aroma complexity and product differentiation

TUODA’s high-purity Ethyl Vanillin ensures consistent olfactory performance and long-lasting scent release, even under varying formulation conditions. It is stable under high shear mixing, compatible with essential oils, and compliant with global fragrance safety regulations (IFRA/FDA).

Case Study: Signature Scent Enhancement

A niche cosmetic brand upgraded its signature body lotion by incorporating TUODA’s Ethyl Vanillin.The result: improved fragrance longevity, better scent layering with floral top notes, and a 20% uplift in repeat customer purchases within six months of launch.

Pharmaceutical Synthesis

Flavor additives and sweeteners with vanilla and tablets on a white background

Ethyl Vanillin is commonly used in pharmaceutical manufacturing as a masking agent and flavor enhancer to improve the taste and acceptability of oral dosage forms. It provides a strong, sweet vanilla aroma that helps neutralize the bitterness of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), making medications more palatable for all age groups.

Applications in Pharmaceutical Formulation:

  • Flavor masking for tablets, syrups, and chewable forms
  • Aroma enhancement in oral suspensions and solutions
  • Compatible with most excipient systems
  • Suitable for pediatric, geriatric, and nutraceutical formulations

TUODA’s Ethyl Vanillin is manufactured with high purity and meets regulatory requirements for use in oral drug delivery systems, ensuring batch-to-batch consistency and safety documentation support (MSDS, TDS, COA, and Origin Certificate).

Case Study: Pediatric Syrup Flavor Optimization

A pediatric drug manufacturer integrated TUODA’s Ethyl Vanillin into an oral antibiotic syrup formulation. This resulted in significantly improved palatability, increased patient compliance, and a 40% reduction in flavoring system cost compared to previous natural vanillin use.

Confectionery Products

Baking ingredients including chocolate, butter, lemon and vanilla on white table

Ethyl Vanillin is widely used in the confectionery industry as a powerful flavoring agent that provides a rich, sweet vanilla profile. It enhances the taste and aroma of chocolates, candies, ice creams, and syrups while maintaining stability during processing and storage.

Applications in Confectionery:

  • Adds depth and complexity to chocolate and cocoa-based flavors
  • Improves overall sweetness perception and aroma balance
  • Maintains flavor intensity after baking or heat treatment
  • Suitable for both high-moisture and low-moisture formulations

TUODA’s high-purity Ethyl Vanillin ensures consistent flavor performance across batches, with proven compatibility in industrial candy, dairy, and dessert production systems.

Case Study: Chocolate Flavor Enhancement

A premium chocolate producer upgraded from standard vanillin to TUODA’s Ethyl Vanillin, resulting in deeper cocoa notes and improved consumer taste panel scores. The switch also led to a 20% reduction in usage rate while maintaining the desired sensory profile.

Oral Care Formulations

Oral care set with toothbrush, toothpaste, lemon and mouthwash tablets

Ethyl Vanillin is widely used in oral care formulations to improve the sensory experience of toothpaste, mouthwash, dental gels, and chewable tablets. Its sweet, creamy vanilla aroma helps mask bitterness from active ingredients and enhances consumer appeal, especially in pediatric and mint-blend products.

Applications in Oral Care:

  • Flavor masking for fluoride, zinc, and herbal actives
  • Aroma balancing in mint and fruit-flavored variants
  • Suitable for both aqueous and gel-based systems
  • Stable under typical pH and viscosity conditions of oral formulations

TUODA’s high-purity Ethyl Vanillin is manufactured to meet hygiene and flavor safety standards, ensuring clean-label compliance for global oral care producers.

Case Study: Mint-Vanilla Toothpaste Upgrade

A personal care brand reformulated its whitening toothpaste using TUODA’s Ethyl Vanillin to reduce bitterness from baking soda and potassium nitrate. The product achieved improved consumer mouthfeel ratings and a 17% increase in sales for the children’s flavor variant within 3 months.

Flavor Testing & Sensory R&D

Natural vanilla pods, flavor oils and grain extracts with sampling tools

Ethyl Vanillin is widely used in flavor science laboratories and product development teams for controlled testing, pilot formulations, and sensory analysis. Its reproducible flavor intensity and stable aroma release make it ideal for screening, optimization, and flavor system benchmarking.

R&D Applications:

  • Development of vanilla-based and hybrid flavor profiles
  • Comparative testing vs. natural vanillin and ethyl maltol
  • Sensory panel calibration and consumer acceptability trials
  • Thermal stability analysis in baked or cooked prototypes

TUODA supplies lab-grade Ethyl Vanillin in small packages with full technical documentation (COA, MSDS, TDS), supporting rapid prototyping and global R&D compliance needs.

Case Study: Academic Flavor Innovation Project

A food technology institute selected TUODA’s Ethyl Vanillin to explore cross-modal flavor effects in bakery fillings. The trials resulted in a published study showcasing improved perceived sweetness at 30% reduced sugar content, enabling the client to launch a low-sugar product line with no compromise in flavor.

Discover how our high-purity Ethyl Vanillin can enhance your specific application

Chemical Properties & Specifications

Industry-Leading Ethyl Vanillin with Premium Purity and Consistent Sensory Performance

Ethyl Vanillin Molecular Structure

Ethyl Vanillin molecular structure and formula C9H10O3
Chemical Formula: C₉H₁₀O₃
Molecular Weight: 166.17 g/mol
CAS Number: 121-32-4

Product Specifications

Parameter
TUODA Grade

Purity

≥ 99.5%

Appearance

White to pale yellow crystalline powder

Odor

Strong sweet vanilla aroma

Solubility

Soluble in ethanol and ether; slightly soluble in water

Heavy Metals

≤10 ppm

Loss on Drying

≤0.5%

Melting Point

76–78 °C

Residue on Ignition

≤0.1%

Physical Properties

Property
Value

Appearance

White to slightly yellow crystals

Density

~1.06 g/cm³ at 25°C

Boiling Point

285°C

Melting Point

76–78°C

Flash Point

146°C (Closed cup)

Stability

Stable under normal storage and transport conditions

Solubility

Reacts violently with water;Soluble in most aliphatic & aromatic hydrocarbons

Reactivity & Handling

Thermal Stability

Stable under ambient conditions. Retains aroma properties up to 180°C in most food and cosmetic applications.

Solubility Profile

Fully soluble in alcohols and ethers. Partially soluble in water. Recommended for ethanol-based flavor systems.

Handling Precautions

Avoid contact with strong oxidizers. Store sealed, in a dry, cool place away from light and moisture.

Packaging Integrity

Packaged in food-grade PE bags or foil pouches with optional vacuum sealing. Container options include 1kg, 5kg, and 25kg drums.

Packaging & Storage Information

Standard Packaging

  • 1kg / 5kg vacuum-sealed aluminum foil bags
  • 25kg fiber drums with PE inner liners
  • Custom small pack sizes available for R&D use
  • Food-grade and export-compliant packaging materials

Storage Requirements

  • Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area (recommended: 10–25°C)
  • Protect from moisture, direct sunlight, and strong odors
  • Reseal opened containers tightly to avoid aroma loss
  • Do not store near oxidizing or highly volatile materials

Documentation

  • Certificate of Analysis (CoA)
  • Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
  • Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
  • Certificate of Origin / FDA Registration / IFRA Conformity (if needed)

Need Technical Information?

Our technical team provides full documentation, sample support, and guidance on flavor system formulation, handling, and global compliance.

Quality Control & Assurance

Rigorous Testing and Strict Compliance for Flavor & Fragrance Excellence

Raw Material Inspection

Each incoming raw material lot is tested for identity, purity, and contamination risk, ensuring only qualified ingredients are used in Ethyl Vanillin production.

In-Process Monitoring

Continuous control of key parameters such as temperature, crystallization, and aroma consistency during every step of the production process.

Final Product Testing

Each batch undergoes full-spectrum analysis for purity (≥99.5%), loss on drying, melting point, solubility, heavy metals, and organoleptic (aroma intensity) compliance.

Performance Validation

Application-based testing in food, cosmetic, and pharma mock formulations ensures flavor strength, compatibility, and thermal stability under real-use conditions.

Documentation & Certification

Includes: • Certificate of Analysis (CoA) • Safety Data Sheet (SDS) • Technical Data Sheet (TDS) • IFRA/FDA/GB 29938 Conformity (if required) • Full traceability and quality assurance records

Quality Standards & Certifications

Certified quality management system to ensure consistent production processes, batch traceability, and continuous quality improvement across all product categories.

ISO 9001:2015

Our quality management system is certified to ISO 9001:2015, ensuring consistent processes and continuous improvement.

ISO 14001:2015

Environmental management certification reflecting our commitment to sustainable manufacturing, energy efficiency, and environmental risk control.

OHSAS 18001

Occupational Health and Safety Management System certification for safe handling, storage, and transportation of hazardous and non-hazardous chemical materials.

REACH / Global Regulatory Compliance

REACH registered and compliant with applicable international regulations (EU, USA, Asia). Documentation support includes MSDS, CoA, TDS, and country-specific registration documents upon request.

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State-of-the-Art Quality Control Laboratory

TUODA’s in-house quality control laboratory ensures the integrity, purity, and compliance of all fragrance and flavor chemicals using internationally recognized analytical technologies.

Gas Chromatography (GC)

For precise quantification of main aroma compounds, detection of residual solvents, and verification of product purity.

Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP-MS)

Used to detect trace levels of heavy metals (e.g., Pb, Hg, As) for compliance with global food-grade and fragrance regulatory standards.

Karl Fischer Titration

Determines moisture content in powders and crystalline products with high sensitivity, essential for storage stability.

FTIR Spectroscopy

Verifies molecular structure and functional groups to ensure batch-to-batch identity and prevent contamination.

Odor Intensity & Sensory Evaluation

Professional sensory panels and dilution testing (e.g., ASTM E1432) are used to ensure aroma strength, character consistency, and organoleptic profile alignment.

Our Quality Commitment

100% Batch Testing

Full Traceability

Detailed Documentation

Secure Chain of Custody

Customer Quality Assurance Program

We partner with our clients to align product performance with their specific technical and regulatory requirements through a flexible and responsive quality assurance program.

We develop custom specifications to match your unique process requirements.

Tailored quality standards are provided based on your end-use application.

We offer formulation flexibility to meet specialized technical demands.

Each product is adjusted to ensure compatibility with your production equipment and workflow.

Safety and regulatory parameters are aligned with your regional compliance.

Full documentation is available to support REACH, FDA, IFRA, or other global registrations.

Technicians in cleanroom suits operating stainless steel reactor and control panel in pharmaceutical facility

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ethyl Vanillin

Answers to the most common questions global buyers ask about sourcing food-grade Ethyl Vanillin for flavor, fragrance, and formulation use.

Our standard MOQ is 25kg per drum for commercial orders. However, we support small-lot trial orders starting from 1kg or even 100g for R&D or formulation testing.

 

Yes. TUODA offers free or low-cost samples (50g–100g) for quality evaluation. Each sample is shipped with a full Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and SDS.

 

Absolutely. We can provide fine powder, crystalline flakes, or custom mesh. Packaging options include 1kg foil bags, 25kg fiber drums, and custom private labeling upon request.

Yes. Our Ethyl Vanillin is food-grade and conforms to FAO/WHO JECFA standards, suitable for flavoring use in bakery, dairy, beverages, toothpaste, and fragrances. For perfumery, we also provide IFRA-compliant documentation.

We provide:

  • Certificate of Analysis (CoA)

  • Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

  • Technical Data Sheet (TDS)

  • Kosher/Halal/IFRA certificates (optional)

  • Compliance with FCC, GB 29938, EU Flavouring Regulation 1334/2008

Store in a sealed, dry, and cool environment (10–25°C). Avoid exposure to humidity, direct sunlight, and strong odors to maintain optimal aroma intensity and shelf life.

Samples are typically shipped within 3–5 days via DHL/FedEx. Bulk orders are delivered within 7–12 working days, depending on stock and packaging preferences.

Yes. Our technical team can assist with formulation guidance, regulatory submission support, and provide export documentation such as free sale certificates, CIQ, or origin certificates.

We combine high purity (≥99.5%), consistent particle size, flexible MOQ, fast lead time, and strong technical & regulatory support, making TUODA a preferred supplier to over 30 countries.

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