Methyl Cinnamate
Cas No :
103-26-4
Form :
Solid
Molecular Weight :
162.19 G/Mol
Molecular Formula :
C10H10O2
Melting Point :
33 - 38 °C
Boiling Point :
112 - 113 °C
Solubility :
Chloroform (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)
Flash Point :
113 °C
Description :
Methyl Cinnamate is a clear to pale yellow crystalline liquid with a sweet, balsamic, and fruity fragrance. It is an ester made from methanol and cinnamic acid, and is found naturally in balsam, cinnamon, and strawberry oils. Methyl Cinnamate is commonly used in the fragrance, flavor, and cosmetic industry for its warm, spicy, and floral notes. Its pleasant and long-lasting scent makes it an ideal ingredient in fine perfumes, flavor blends, and personal care products. It is also used as an intermediate in the synthesis of aromatic chemicals and pharmaceuticals.
Methyl Cinnamate is used as a fragrance in perfumes for its sweet, warm, and spicy-balsamic profile. It contributes to a variety of compositions in floral, oriental, and fruity fragrance types as it provides depth, richness, and diffusion. Methyl cinnamate serves as a blend with other fragrance agents in fine perfumes, soaps, and detergents with benzyl alcohol, linalool, and coumarin. Also see Rosalva and Linalyl Formate as related fragrance materials.
In the flavor industry, Methyl Cinnamate contributes a fruity, spicy, and cinnamon-like flavor. It is used in confectionery, beverages, baked goods, and chewing gums to impart a sweet and aromatic taste. Its natural presence in strawberries and cinnamon makes it ideal for fruit-and-spice flavor formulations. You may also like Ethyl Isovalerate and Pentanoic Acid.
Methyl Cinnamate is employed in lotions, shampoos, and creams due to its sweet, floral, and warm scent. It adds refinement and enhancement to fragrance bases, as well as contributes to the overall sensory experience of personal care formulations. Have a look at similar cosmetic ingredients such as Octyl Palmitate and Fenchyl Alcohol.
Methyl Cinnamate is employed as a chemical intermediate in the manufacturing of drugs, UV-A light-absorbing materials, and aroma chemicals. Methyl Cinnamate is also used in research laboratories in esterification reactions and the synthesis of aromatic compounds. Other fine chemicals that are similar to Methyl Cinnamate include Phytol and Vinyl Sulfurol, and should be explored.
Always wear protective gloves, goggles, and lab clothing during handling.
Avoid inhalation or direct contact with the skin and eyes.
Handle in a well-ventilated area or under a fume hood.
Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry, and dark place, away from heat and oxidizing materials.
Dispose of unused materials according to local environmental and safety regulations.
ChemicalBull manufactures and supplies high-quality Methyl Cinnamate for fragrance, flavor, and industrial applications. Each batch is tested for purity, stability, and olfactory strength to meet global standards.
We offer Methyl Cinnamate in bulk and customized packaging, ensuring consistent quality, on-time delivery, and international compliance. Available in secure, moisture-resistant containers with customizable quantities. Explore more Aroma Chemicals and Fine Chemicals for your formulation and synthesis needs.
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