CINNAMYL ISOBUTYRATE

Synonym(s):Cinnamyl 2-methylpropanoate;Isobutyric acid cinnamyl ester

CAS NO.：103-59-3
Empirical Formula: C13H16O2
Molecular Weight: 204.26
MDL number: MFCD00048316
EINECS: 203-126-6
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2025-07-16 09:56:19

What is CINNAMYL ISOBUTYRATE?

Chemical properties

Cinnamyl isobutyrate is a colorless oily liquid. Almost insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and oils, poorly soluble in Propylene glycol. Sp.Gr. 1.01. B.P. 254℃. Cinnamyl isobutyrate has a sweet, balsamic, fruity odor and sweet taste reminiscent of apple and banana.

The Uses of CINNAMYL ISOBUTYRATE

Cinnamyl Isobutyrate is a synthetic flavoring agent that is a moderately stable, colorless to light yellow liquid of dry fruity color. it is stored in glass or tin containers. it is used to give a lift to jasmine with applications in baked goods and candy at 8 ppm.

The Uses of CINNAMYL ISOBUTYRATE

Cinnamyl isobutyrate may be used as an analytical reference standard for the quantification of the analyte in watermelon (EG) flavored hookah tobacco and leaf oil of Heteropyxis dehniae Suess. using gas chromatography coupled to mass spectrometry (GC-MS).

Preparation

By esterification of cinnamic alcohol with isobutyric acid.

General Description

Cinnamyl isobutyrate (CIB) is an aroma component, naturally occurring in the essential oil of cinnamon bark. This fragrance ingredient is widely found in fragrances used in shampoos, decorative cosmetics, fine fragrances, toilet soaps and other toiletries, non-cosmetic products including household cleaners, detergents, etc.

Properties of CINNAMYL ISOBUTYRATE

Boiling point:	254 °C(lit.)
Density	1.008 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
refractive index	n20/D 1.524(lit.)
FEMA	2297 \| CINNAMYL ISOBUTYRATE
Flash point:	>230 °F
Odor	at 100.00 %. sweet fruity almond spicy cinnamyl tropical
JECFA Number	653
CAS DataBase Reference	103-59-3(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference	Propanoic acid, 2-methyl-, 3-phenyl-2-propenyl ester(103-59-3)
EPA Substance Registry System	Propanoic acid, 2-methyl-, 3-phenyl-2-propenyl ester (103-59-3)

Safety information for CINNAMYL ISOBUTYRATE

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H302:Acute toxicity,oral H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.