ISOPROPYL CINNAMATE, 98

Synonym(s):Isopropyl 3-phenylpropenoate

CAS NO.：7780-06-5
Empirical Formula: C12H14O2
Molecular Weight: 190.24
MDL number: MFCD00048292
EINECS: 231-949-0
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2025-07-16 09:56:25

What is ISOPROPYL CINNAMATE, 98?

Description

Isopropyl cinnamate has a balsamic, sweet, dry amber-like odor and a fresh, fruity flavor. May be synthesized by esterification of isopropanol with cinnamic acid.

Chemical properties

Clear yellow liquid, Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and oils. Tends to polymerize, and will become opaque, more viscous or it will jellify, and eventually become odorless.

Chemical properties

Isopropyl cinnamate has a balsamic, sweet, dry, amber-like odor and a fresh, fruity flavor

The Uses of ISOPROPYL CINNAMATE, 98

Isopropyl cinnamate can be used as a perfuming agent in cosmetics and as a flavoring ingredient in food industries.

Preparation

By esterification of isopropanol with cinnamic acid

Definition

ChEBI: Isopropyl cinnamate is a cinnamate ester.

General Description

Isopropyl cinnamate can be used as a flavoring and fragrance ingredient. It is one of the key constituents of the essential oil of Fortunella crassifolia peel. Isopropyl cinnamate shows promising potential as a mosquito repellant and as antifeedant for the pine weevil.

Properties of ISOPROPYL CINNAMATE, 98

Melting point:	39 °C
Boiling point:	273 °C(lit.)
Density	1.02 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
refractive index	n20/D 1.546(lit.)
FEMA	2939 \| ISOPROPYL CINNAMATE
Flash point:	>230 °F
form	Liquid
color	Clear yellow
Odor	at 100.00 %. balsam fruity tropical cinnamyl berry strawberry peach
JECFA Number	661
BRN	1908938
CAS DataBase Reference	7780-06-5(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference	2-Propenoic acid, 3-phenyl-, 1-methylethyl ester(7780-06-5)
EPA Substance Registry System	2-Propenoic acid, 3-phenyl-, 1-methylethyl ester (7780-06-5)

Safety information for ISOPROPYL CINNAMATE, 98

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. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P312:IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwell. 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.