FEMA 2302

CAS NO.：140-27-2
Empirical Formula: C14H18O2
Molecular Weight: 218.29
MDL number: MFCD00048351
EINECS: 205-407-9
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2026-06-24 18:39:39

What is FEMA 2302?

Chemical properties

Cinnamyl isovalerate has a characteristic rose-like odor and an apple-like taste.

Occurrence

Has apparently not been reported to occur in nature.

The Uses of FEMA 2302

Used quite frequently in flavor compositions for imitation Apple, Apricot, Cherry, Chocolate, Grape, Maple, Nut, Peach, Pineapple, Plum, Spice, Strawberry, etc. Also, in tobacco flavorings.

Preparation

By esterification of cinnamic alcohol with isovaleric acid.

Taste threshold values

Taste characteristics at 25 ppm: fruity, sweet, pineapple, with waxy and spicy nuances.

Safety Profile

Low toxicity by ingestion and skin contact. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating vapors.

Properties of FEMA 2302

Boiling point:	313 °C(lit.)
Density	0.992 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
refractive index	n20/D 1.52(lit.)
FEMA	2302 \| CINNAMYL ISOVALERATE
Flash point:	>230 °F
solubility	Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol, miscible with most perfume oils. Poorly soluble in Propylene glycol
color	Colorless liquid
Odor	at 100.00 %. sweet spice melon cherry green apple
JECFA Number	654
NIST Chemistry Reference	Butanoic acid, 3-methyl-, 3-phenyl-2-propenyl ester(140-27-2)
EPA Substance Registry System	Butanoic acid, 3-methyl-, 3-phenyl-2-propenyl ester (140-27-2)

Safety information for FEMA 2302

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
Precautionary Statement Codes	P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P270:Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing. P332+P313:IF SKIN irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P337+P313:IF eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.