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2-ethyl-3-hydroxy-4H-pyran-4-one [1 record]

Record 1 2002-07-02

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Food Additives
Universal entry(ies)
DEF

An artificial flavoring agent with a strawberry flavor, used in candy, pastry, beverages.

CONT

Ethyl maltol enhances sweetness and allows a reduction of 5-15% of the sugar present.

OBS

2-ethyl-3-hydroxy-4H-pyran-4-one: The capital letter "H" must be italicized; form recommended by the IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry).

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Additifs alimentaires
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
DEF

Aromatisant synthétique à saveur de fraise, utilisé en confiserie et pâtisserie, ainsi que pour les boissons.

CONT

L'incorporation de l'éthylmaltol aux arômes, extraits et concentrés d'arômes destinés à la préparation de denrées alimentaires et boissons [...], est autorisée dans une proportion telle que le produit fini n'en contienne que 50 mg/kg au plus.

OBS

2-éthyl-3-hydroxy-4H-pyran-4-one : La lettre majuscule «H» s'écrit en italique; forme recommandée par l'UICPA (Union internationale de chimie pure et appliquée).

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