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CAS 118-71-8
Ethyl maltol is an organic compound that is a common flavoring agent in some candies. It is related to the more common food flavor maltol in that the methyl group is replaced by an ethyl group. It is a white solid with a sweet flavor that can be described as caramel and cooked fruit.
Ethyl maltol is a sweet tasting chemical widely used in food, beverage, tobacco and fragrance industries for flavoring. The taste is very similar to caramel or marshmallow. Ethyl maltol can sweeten/soften sharp flavors in liquids.
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