Maltol
Also known as: 3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4H-pyran-4-one, 3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4-pyrone, 2-Methyl-3-hydroxy-4-pyrone, 2-Methyl-3-hydroxy-4H-pyran-4-one, 3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-γ-pyrone, Larixinic acid, Palatone, Veltol, Talmon, Laricin
Maltol (CAS 118-71-8) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H6O3 and a molecular weight of 126.110 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 160-164 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 284.7±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 127.3±20.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 118-71-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-1300-4
- Molecular Formula
- C6H6O3
- Molecular Weight
- 126.110 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 160-164 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 284.7±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 127.3±20.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 126.031693 |
| PSA | 50.44000 |
| LogP | 0.08 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.561 |
| Additional Property | 1.2 g/100 mL (25 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Guo N, et al. Maltol, a food flavor enhancer, attenuates diabetic peripheral neuropathy in streptozotocin-induceddiabetic rats. Food Funct. 2018 Dec 13;9(12):6287-6297. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2932999099 |
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| Summary | 2932999099. other heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Maltol?
The CAS number of Maltol is 118-71-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Maltol?
Maltol has molecular formula C6H6O3 and molecular weight 126.110 g/mol.
Is Maltol hazardous?
Maltol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Maltol?
For Maltol, Upstream Products: 1-(2-Furyl)ethanol; Downstream Products: 4-Chloro-3-methoxy-2-methylpyridine, Deferiprone, Maltol acetate.
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