Product Introduction
Vanillin (CAS 121-33-5) is a food-grade flavour enhancer manufactured by ShaanXi ZhiYi Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (ZHII). It appears as needle-like crystals with a white to slightly yellow colour and a characteristic sweet profile. Food-grade vanillin — the most widely used flavouring agent in the world (‘King of Food Flavours’). Enhances and fixes vanilla, chocolate, cream, bakery and dessert flavours. Used in ice cream, cakes, chocolate, candy, beverages, dairy, oral care and pharmaceuticals.
Produced under controlled GMP conditions in China, every batch is released only after identity, assay and quality checks. It is available for food and beverage manufacturing, and a full documentation package is supplied with each shipment to support your incoming inspection and regulatory filing.
Why Buyers Choose ZHII Vanillin
- Consistent specification — batch-to-batch consistency backed by HPLC/GC verification and a batch COA.
- Food-grade compliance — manufactured for food and beverage use in accordance with applicable GB national food additive standards and international FEMA/JECFA listings.
- Certification support — Halal, Kosher and third-party analytical reports available on request.
- Flexible supply — sample quantities for evaluation, commercial drums for regular production, and OEM/ODM packing under your own label.
- Export experience — shipped to more than 50 countries across Europe, the Americas, Asia and the Middle East, with complete export documentation.
Specifications
| Product Name | Vanillin |
| CAS Number | 121-33-5 |
| Product Category | Flavour Enhancer |
| Appearance | Needle-like crystals, white to slightly yellow |
| Odour | Sweet, vanilla, creamy, strong milky aroma |
| Assay / Purity | ≥ 99% (batch COA supplied) |
| Grade | Food grade / USP grade on request |
| Recommended Dosage | 0.01–0.4% (100–970 mg/kg); 220 mg/kg in bakery, 970 mg/kg in chocolate, 95 mg/kg in ice cream |
| MOQ | 1 kg (samples available) |
| Packaging | Aluminium foil bag (1 kg) / fibre drum (25 kg) |
| Storage | Cool, dry, sealed, away from light |
| Shelf Life | 24 months sealed under proper storage |
| Documents | COA, MSDS, HPLC/GC reports, Halal & Kosher on request |
Applications
- Food & Beverage Manufacturing — Vanillin is used as a food-grade flavour enhancer in commercial food and beverage production, delivering consistent sweet character batch after batch.
- Flavour & Fragrance Compounding — A versatile building block for flavour houses — blends smoothly in flavour enhancer formulations for confectionery, bakery, dairy, beverage and savoury applications.
- Bakery & Confectionery — Ideal for baked goods, candies, gummies and fillings where a reliable, high-purity ingredient with white to slightly yellow appearance is required.
- Beverages & Dairy — Suitable for soft drinks, juice drinks, flavoured water, ice cream, yogurt and dairy desserts at the recommended inclusion level.
- Export & OEM Supply — Supplied by ZHII with complete export documentation — shipped to 50+ countries with COA, MSDS and regulatory support for smooth customs clearance.
Recommended Dosage
As a flavour enhancer, Vanillin is normally used at controlled inclusion levels. Typical reference dosage: 0.01–0.4% (100–970 mg/kg); 220 mg/kg in bakery, 970 mg/kg in chocolate, 95 mg/kg in ice cream, adjusted according to the desired intensity, the other components in the formula and the applicable regulatory limits in your market. We recommend starting with a low dosage and increasing gradually. Our technical team can provide application guidance and sample support for your specific product.
Formulation note. Dosage must be validated against the finished product and target-market regulation. We recommend trial batches, and where required we support calculating the correct use level with your formulator.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vanillin (CAS 121-33-5) used for?
Vanillin is mainly used as a food-grade flavour enhancer in food, beverage, confectionery and flavour manufacturing. ZHII supplies it as a high-purity raw material with consistent batch quality and full supporting documents.
What is the recommended dosage of Vanillin?
Typical reference dosage: 0.01–0.4% (100–970 mg/kg); 220 mg/kg in bakery, 970 mg/kg in chocolate, 95 mg/kg in ice cream. Always validate the final dosage in your own formulation and confirm compliance with the applicable food additive regulations in your target market. Our technical team provides free application guidance.
What is the CAS number of Vanillin?
The CAS number of Vanillin is 121-33-5. This internationally recognised identifier is accepted for customs clearance, ingredient declarations and purchasing documentation worldwide.
Is Vanillin food grade?
Yes. Vanillin from ZHII is manufactured for food and beverage use and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA). Halal, Kosher and third-party analytical reports are available on request.
Can you supply samples of Vanillin?
Yes. Free samples (10–20 g) are available for quality evaluation together with the COA and specification sheet. Small evaluation quantities ship worldwide by FedEx/DHL within 48 hours.
Do you offer OEM or private-label service for Vanillin?
Yes. As an OEM/ODM manufacturer, ZHII supplies Vanillin under your own brand with customised specification, packaging format and bulk container sizes. Contact us with your quantity for a supply plan.
Request a Quote for Vanillin
Tell us your required quantity, target specification and destination country. The ZHII team will respond with a quotation, available COA and a shipping plan.
- Free sample available for evaluation
- Fast reply within one working day
- Worldwide delivery with complete export documents
- OEM / ODM packing under your own brand
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