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.