Methyl Cinnamate
Methyl Cinnamate also call as Methyl 3-phenylacrylate, it is the methyl ester of cinnamic acid. It is white to light yellow crystals with fruity odor.
It is found naturally in the essential oils of Alpinia, Basil Leaf Oil, Longevity Flower Oil, etc. Methyl cinnamate is also can be prepared by esterification of cinnamic acid with methanol.
Methyl cinnamate is mainly used in the flavor and perfume industries.
Substance Identification
| Synonyms | Methyl cinnamylate | Methyl 3-phenylacrylate | Methyl-3-phenylprop-2-enoate |
| CAS | 103-26-4 |
| EINECS | 203-093-8 |
| FEMA | 2698 |
| HS.CODE | 290500 |
| Molecular Formula | C10H10O2 |
| Moleclar Weight | 162.188 |
Toxicological Information
| LD50 oral, rat | 2610mg/kg |
| LD50 dermal, rabbit | 5gm/kg min |
Application & Uses
- widely used in perfumery, imparting power and sweet-fruity odor
- used in food flavoring, mainly used in fruity flavor, such as strawberry, cherry, grape flavor
- used as pharmaceutical intermediate
Features & Benefits
- Solubility: Soluble in alcohol, dipropylene glycol, fixed oils, paraffin oil
Sales Specification
| ITEM | VALUE |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to light yellow crystals |
| Odor | Fruity |
| Acid Value, KOH/g | 2.00 max |
| Purity, % | 98 |
Similar Specs
GHS Hazard Statements
| H-Code | H303/317/401 |
| P-Code | P261/272/273/280 |
| Response | P302+P352 P312 P333+P313 P362+P364 |
| Storage | |
| Disposal | P501 |
Storage
- flammable materials should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room
- ground all equipment containing material
- keep away from heat
- keep away from sources of ignition
- keep container tightly closed
- keep in a cool, well-ventilated place
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