Vanilla is one of the world's most popular flavors, but natural vanilla extract is expensive. Luckily, there are natural and artificial vanilla flavor alternatives that provide the same delicious taste at a lower cost. Vanillin and ethyl-vanillin are two of the most common vanilla flavoring compounds used in the food and beverage industry.
Gillco Ingredients proudly supplies high-quality, globally compliant vanillin and ethyl-vanillin products from Syensqo, a leading global manufacturer. Learn more about the benefits and applications of these versatile vanilla flavors.
What are Vanillin and Ethyl-Vanillin?
Vanillin (4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde) is the primary component of vanilla bean extract that gives it its characteristic flavor and aroma. It can be extracted naturally from vanilla beans or synthesized artificially.
Ethyl-vanillin (3-ethoxy-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde) is an artificial vanilla compound that is structurally similar to vanillin. It has a more intense, sweet vanilla flavor that is 2-4 times stronger than vanillin.
Both vanillin and ethyl-vanillin are white, crystalline powders that are used to create vanilla flavors in a wide range of food and beverage applications. They provide an economical alternative to pure vanilla extract.
Benefits of Syensqo’s Vanillin Products
Syensqo is the leading global producer of vanillin and ethyl-vanillin, offering a portfolio of both natural and synthetic vanilla flavors:
- • Rhovanil® Natural US NAT: Natural vanillin compliant with US regulations, produced from natural ferulic acid via a bioconversion process. Ideal for "natural flavor" labeling.
- • Rhovanil® Natural CW: Natural EU and US vanillin produced from non-GMO rice bran. An easy 1:1 replacement for synthetic vanillin in "natural flavor" applications.
- • Rhodiarome®: High-purity synthetic ethyl-vanillin that provides up to 4 times the flavor intensity of vanillin. Kosher and Halal certified.
A few of the many key benefits of Syensqo's vanillin and ethyl-vanillin include:
- • Safe, globally-compliant ingredients manufactured in FSSC 22000 certified facilities
- • Consistent quality and purity with no off-notes
- • Reliable supply from a backward-integrated, sustainable production process
- • Technical and application support from flavor experts
How Can You Use Vanillin & Ethyl-Vanillin?
Vanillin and ethyl-vanillin are widely used as flavoring ingredients at both the wholesale and consumer product level. Their versatility makes them suitable for a broad range of food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and fragrance applications.
Wholesale applications of vanillin and ethyl-vanillin include:
- • Dairy: Ice cream, gelato, flavored milk, yogurt, sour cream, whipped toppings, coffee creamer
- • Bakery: Cakes, cookies, sweet breads, pastries, glazes, fillings
- • Confectionery: Chocolate, compound coatings, caramel, toffee, fudge, hard candy, marshmallow, nougat, gummies
- • Desserts: Pudding, custard, mousse, cheesecake
- • Beverages: Soda, tea, coffee, protein shakes, flavored water, beer, liqueurs
- • Flavor bases: Vanilla extracts, emulsions, syrups, powdered mixes and blends
- • Cereal: Ready-to-eat breakfast cereals, granola, cereal bars, oatmeal
- • Processed foods: Snack cakes, pies, non-dairy frozen desserts, meal replacement bars
- • Nutraceuticals: Protein powders, nutrition bars, vitamin blends, CBD products
- • Pharmaceuticals: Cough syrups, lozenges, chewable tablets, antibiotics, supplements
These ingredients work synergistically with other flavors like chocolate, coffee, caramel, nut, and fruit. They enhance sweetness, add complexity, and mask undesirable off-notes. Vanillin and ethyl-vanillin also contribute to the creamy mouthfeel of dairy products.
For consumer packaged goods, vanillin and ethyl-vanillin are used in:
- • Retail baking mixes, frostings and flavorings
- • Syrups, sauces, jams and spreads
- • Vanilla-flavored instant beverages
- • Scented personal care and home products
- • Perfumes, colognes, and body sprays
- • Candles, air fresheners, and incense
- • Scented stationery and craft supplies
Both ingredients are stable to heat and acidic conditions, making them suitable for baked goods and shelf-stable products. They can be labeled as "vanillin," "artificial flavor," or "natural flavor" depending on the source and country regulations.
With Syensqo's vanillin and ethyl-vanillin ingredients, food and fragrance manufacturers can create high-quality, craveable vanilla flavors efficiently and economically. Gillco Ingredients offers vanillin options to meet your labeling requirements, target audience, and price point. Contact us today for wholesale pricing and availability on Syensqo's industry-leading vanillin products.
Partner with Gillco for Vanillin and Ethyl-Vanillin
As a trusted distributor, Gillco Ingredients is your source for Syensqo's vanillin and ethyl-vanillin products in the US market. We provide:
- • Rhovanil® Natural US NAT, Rhovanil® Natural CW and Rhodiarome® vanillin flavors
- • Regulatory support and complete technical documentation
- • Multiple packaging options to meet your needs
- • Warehousing and logistics services for a secure, reliable supply
With over 40 years of ingredient expertise and our close partnership with Syensqo, Gillco is uniquely positioned to support all your vanillin requirements. Request samples or contact us today to learn more!