Ethylvanillin

Ethylvanillin is a synthetic compound that offers a richer, warmer, and more intense vanilla aroma than vanillin. It is favored for its sweet, creamy fragrance, adding depth and a gourmand quality to perfumes.

Extensively used in gourmand, oriental, and vanilla-based fragrances to enrich the scent profile with a warm, creamy sweetness.

IUPAC Name: 3-ethoxy-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde
CAS Number: 121-32-4
Molecular Formula: C₉H₁₀O₃
Molecular Weight: 166.17 g/mol
Boiling Point: 558.15 K
Melting Point: 349.85 K (344.15 °F)
Class: Ester
Use/s: Scent
Synonyms
1: 3-Ethoxy-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde 2: ETHYL VANILLIN 3: Ethylvanillin 4: Bourbonal 5: Ethylprotal 6: Vanillal 7: Ethavan 8: Ethovan 9: Vanirom
Chemist Says
Ethyl vanillin appears as colorless crystals. More intense vanilla odor and taste than vanillin. (NTP, 1992)
Scent: Intense Vanilla
Scent profile
Scent profiles are inherently subjective and can significantly differ among individuals, and may also be influenced by the conditions at the time of evaluation. The information provided here is a synthesis of data from diverse sources, including books, cross-references, artificial intelligence analyses, and chemical research sites, aiming to present a comprehensive overview. We've distilled this information to highlight the most frequently observed scent profiles for each molecule or compound, offering a generalized perspective.

1: Rich, Warm, Sweet, Vanilla
2: Vanilla, Sweet, Warm
3: Finer and more intense vanilla