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This section provides an overview for maltol as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 8 maltol manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked maltol companies as of December, 2024: 1.BERJÉ INC, 2.NINGBO INNO PHARMCHEM CO.,LTD., 3.Choice Organochem LLP..
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Maltol, a cyclic ketone-ether-alcohol compound, is also known by its IUPAC name, 3-hydroxy-2-methyl-4H-pyran-4-one. Commonly referred to as veltol, palatone, and larixic acid, it naturally occurs in larch bark, pine needles, wood tar and oil, wheat, soybeans, and butter, and is produced as a smoke condensate in malt coffee production.
In the food industry, maltol serves as a versatile flavoring agent, enhancing the aroma and sweetness of baked goods, beverages, and animal feeds. It is effective in small concentrations, varying from 5 to 75 ppm to enrich sweetness and up to 30 ppm in fruit flavorings. Extracts containing 3-8% maltol from Abies sachalinensis leaves are utilized for their caramel notes and flavor-enhancing properties, particularly in strawberry flavor compositions.
Recognized for its low toxicity and irritation levels, the WHO has established an acceptable daily intake of maltol at up to 1 mg/kg body weight.
Maltol's chemical structure is C6H6O3, with a molecular weight of 126.11, under the CAS number 118-71-8. At room temperature, it presents as white crystals, melting at 161.5°C and capable of sublimation at 93°C. Known for its caramel-like aroma and fruity, strawberry-like flavor in dilution, its taste profiles become more pronounced with increased concentration. Soluble in alcohols such as ethanol and propylene glycol, chloroform, benzene, ether, and acetone, its water solubility is about 10.9 mg/mL at 15°C. Maltol's acidity is denoted by a pH of 5.3 in a 0.5% aqueous solution and a pKa of 8.6.
Maltol is extracted from natural sources like beech wood tar, pine needles, chicory, and young larch tree bark, or synthetically produced from furfural or piperidine. It is purified through recrystallization from chloroform, toluene, or a 50% ethanol solution.
Handling Precautions
Maltol should be handled with care, avoiding exposure to strong oxidizing agents. Use protective equipment, such as gloves and glasses, and a dust mask if necessary. Ensure to wash hands and face after handling.
In Case of Fire
Combat fires involving maltol with water spray, foam, powder fire extinguishers, or carbon dioxide, but avoid direct water spray due to the risk of releasing toxic gases.
For Storage
Store maltol in a tightly sealed container, in a cool, well-ventilated area away from light, heat, and ignition sources. The storage area should be locked to restrict access.
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Berjé Inc. was originally founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Carteret, New Jersey. The company is a national wholesaler of over 2000 essential oils and aromatic chemicals sourced from local farmers around the world. The company has two product categories: essential & fixed oils and aromatic chemicals. Essential & fixed oils include essential oils and fixed oils while aromatic chemicals include natural aromatics and all aromatic chemicals. The company lists chemicals by four application categories which are flavor ingredients, fragrance ingredients, functional ingredients, and fragrances.
Kanto Chemical Co. Inc., founded in 1944 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a reagent manufacturer with overseas affiliates in other countries, including China, France, USA, Taiwan, and Malaysia. Its product portfolio includes analytical reagents, ionic liquids, Iodine compounds, ultra-pure chemicals, and water analysis kits. The company is also developing regenerative medicine and genetics reagents and has over 50,000 products. It has several certifications, including ISO 9001, acquired in 1994, making it the first Japanese company in the reagent industry. Other certifications are ISO 14001, ISO 13485, and ISO/IEC 17025.
Fooding Group Limited (FGL) is a Chinese ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of food additives and ingredients that was originally established in 1995 as Jinhua Chemicals before its rebrand in 2008. Based in Shanghai, the company produces a wide range of products, including food additives for extending shelf-life or appearance, and natural as well as processed ingredients such as colorants, antioxidants, fruit powders, and starches that enhance nutritional values or flavor. FGL primarily serves bakeries, beverage manufacturers, dairy processors, and snack food companies.
Sinofi, founded in Shanghai, China, is a manufacturer and supplier of food ingredients. The company's product portfolio includes Food Processing equipment, Food Processing Chemicals, Pharmaceutical Ingredients and personal care cosmetics. Their products are used in industries such as Food and Beverage, Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology, Chemical and Petrochemical, consumer goods and healthcare. The company exports to North America, the EU, the Middle East, and SEA and offers custom packaging, warehousing, and distribution services.
Merck, started in 1668 and based in Darmstadt, Germany, is a supplier of solutions and services for research, development, and manufacture of pharmaceutical and biotechnological drug therapies. The company serves the life science industry and has a broad portfolio of 300,000 products, including biopharmaceutical manufacturing, industrial microbiology, reagent, life science research, and water purification products. It is available in 66 countries, brings together six brands, and has several ISO certifications, including ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 13485, and ISO 50001.
Fengchen Group Co., LTD is based in Qingdao, China. The company is a manufacturer and supplier of speciality chemicals for several industries around the world including natural resources, hydrogeology, drilling, geophysics, and environmental & geotechnical services. The company’s chemical product categories include APIs, amino acids, micronutrients, package materials, and enzymes. The company also offers services including specialized transportation, samples of compounds, shipping documents needed for pharmaceutical products, and international customs support.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | BERJÉ INC |
25.0%
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| 2 | NINGBO INNO PHARMCHEM CO.,LTD. |
25.0%
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| 3 | Choice Organochem LLP. |
18.8%
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| 4 | KANTO CHEMICAL CO.,INC. |
18.8%
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| 5 | Fengchen Group Co.,Ltd |
12.5%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the maltol page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
China
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3 | 50.0% |
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United States of America
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1 | 16.7% |
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Japan
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1 | 16.7% |
India
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1 | 16.7% |
