Description
IUPAC Name: 3-hydroxy-2-methylpyran-4-one
InChI: InChI=1S/C6H6O3/c1-4-6(8)5(7)2-3-9-4/h2-3,8H,1H3
InChIKey: XPCTZQVDEJYUGT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Canonical SMILES: CC1=C(C(=O)C=CO1)O
Isomeric SMILES: CC1=C(C(=O)C=CO1)O
Synonyms: MALTOL; 118-71-8; 3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4-pyrone; 3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4H-pyran-4-one; Larixinic acid; Palatone; Talmon; Larixic acid; …
Botanical Source: Hordeum vulgare L.
Product Overview
BIORLAB provides high-purity Maltol, a naturally occurring organic compound with antioxidant properties and significant applications in food science, flavor enhancement, and pharmacological research.
Technical Specifications
- Molecular Formula: C₆H₆O₃
- Molecular Weight: 126.11 g/mol
- CAS Number: 118-71-8
- FEMA Number: 2656
- EC Number: 204-271-8
- Appearance: White crystalline powder
Research Applications
Primary Research Areas
- Antioxidant studies
- Flavor enhancement research
- Hepatoprotective investigations
- Metal ion complexation studies
Key Research Areas
-
Antioxidant Studies
- Iron-mediated lipid peroxidation inhibition
- Reactive oxygen species scavenging
- NADPH enhancement
- Metal ion complexation
-
Hepatoprotective Research
- Liver protection studies
- Anti-inflammatory pathways
- Oxidative stress reduction
Research Significance
-
Biological Activities
- Antioxidant properties
- Metal ion complexation
- Glutathione promotion
- Iron chelation
-
Technical Applications
- Food-grade flavor ingredient
- Analytical standards
- Research compound
Storage & Handling
- Store at room temperature
- Protect from moisture
- Available in research quantities
- Stability data provided
Quality Assurance
- Full spectroscopic characterization
- Comprehensive Certificate of Analysis
- Batch-specific profiles
- Research-grade documentation
Target Applications
- Food science laboratories
- Flavor research facilities
- Pharmaceutical research centers
- Academic research institutions
Technical Support Features
- Method development assistance
- Analytical testing guidance
- Stability data available
- Research protocol support
For detailed technical information, bulk quantities, or custom requirements, contact BIORLAB’s scientific team.
Note: This product is intended for laboratory research purposes only.