Common FAQs about Vanillin

Q1: What is vanillin? Is synthetic vanillin safe for food production?

A1: Vanillin (CAS 121-33-5) is the main aromatic substance of vanilla beans, the most widely used vanilla flavor food additive worldwide. Synthetic vanillin is completely safe. It has passed safety evaluation of FAO/WHO JECFA, FDA GRAS, EU 1333/2008, FCC and BP standards. Within the standard addition dosage, it will not cause harm to human body and can be normally metabolized. It is a legal and mainstream raw material for global food factories.

Q2: What’s the difference between vanillin crystal and vanillin fine powder? Which one should I choose?

A2: 1. Vanillin fine powder: Fast dissolution speed, easy to mix evenly in hot water, syrup, milk tea and liquid beverages; slight dust during feeding. 2. Vanillin crystal: Good fluidity, low dust, not easy to agglomerate, perfect for dry mixing processes such as biscuits, cakes, chocolate, candy solid production. You can select specifications according to your production formula. We support both two types in bulk supply.

Q3: What is the recommended dosage of vanillin in food?

A3: General reference addition amount: - Bakery, biscuit, pastry: 0.05–0.2 g/kg - Chocolate, hard candy, soft candy: 0.1–0.3 g/kg - Ice cream, yogurt, dairy drinks: 0.03–0.15 g/kg - Instant powder, oatmeal: 0.08–0.2 g/kg - Beverage & syrup: 0.02–0.1 g/kg We provide free technical guidance for customized dosage matching based on your products.

Q4: Does vanillin lose fragrance under high-temperature baking and sterilization?

A4: Our high-purity vanillin has excellent thermal stability, stable below 200°C. It will not volatilize or decompose during baking, extrusion, boiling and high-temperature sterilization, and can retain stable vanilla aroma after thermal processing.

Q5: Can vanillin be mixed with other flavors or food additives?

A5: Yes. Vanillin has obvious flavor synergistic effect. It can be matched with milk flavor, cream flavor, ethyl maltol, fruit flavors, citric acid, sweeteners, etc. It can mask bitter, peculiar odor and enhance overall sweet taste and aroma layers of finished goods.

Q6: What certificates can you provide for customs clearance?

A6: We supply full sets of export documents free of charge: COA, MSDS, SGS third-party test report, Halal, Kosher, ISO9001, HACCP, Certificate of Origin, Free Sale Certificate, supporting customs clearance in EU, USA, Southeast Asia, Middle East, Africa and Latin America.

Q7: What is your MOQ, package and loading capacity?

A7: - MOQ: 500KG for trial order; full container bulk order is available - Standard package: 25kg fiber drum with double inner PE plastic bags - Custom small package: 1kg, 5kg, 10kg drum/bag - 20GP full load: around 12 MT - HS Code: 2905110000

Q8: What is the shelf life and correct storage method of vanillin?

A8: Unopened shelf life: 24 months. Storage requirements: Keep drums tightly sealed, store in cool, dry, ventilated warehouse, avoid direct sunlight, high temperature and humid environment, prevent agglomeration and fragrance loss. After opening, please use up as soon as possible and seal well.

Q9: Can vanillin be used in cosmetics, feed and medicine besides food?

A9: Yes, multi-industry applicable: 1. Daily cosmetics: shampoo, body lotion, perfume, scented candle, air freshener for vanilla fragrance 2. Feed industry: feed flavor attractant to improve palatability for livestock, poultry and aquafeed 3. Pharmaceutical industry: masking agent to cover bitter taste of oral syrup, tablets and granules

Q10: What are your payment terms and delivery time?

A10: - Payment: T/T, Irrevocable L/C at sight; flexible cooperation terms for long-term stable clients - Delivery: Spot goods ready for small trial orders; mass bulk cargo delivery within 7 working days after receiving deposit.

Q11: Can I get free vanillin samples for testing?

A11: Yes, we offer free small test samples, customers only need to bear the express freight. After testing and confirming quality, formal bulk order can be arranged.

Q12: Why is your vanillin price more competitive than other suppliers?

A12: We are original vanillin manufacturer with complete production line, no middlemen markup. Stable raw material supply ensures long-term stable quotation, and large monthly output supports large orders with better discount. Strict full-process quality control reduces defective rate, helping customers lower comprehensive procurement cost.