Benzyl Cinnamate
Aroma Chemical Base Note CAS 103-41-3
Soft, sweet balsamic with a cinnamic, powdery character and a light floral, carnation nuance. A warm fixative for oriental, amber and resinous accords.
Odor profile
| Note | Base Note |
| Descriptor 1 | Spicy |
| Descriptor 2 | Balsamic |
| Descriptor 3 | Cinnamon |
| Odor Impact1 | 25 |
| Impact Level | Low |
| Tenacity1 | 243 h |
| Tenacity2 | 243 h |
1 Source: PerfumersWorld
2 Source: The Good Scents Company
Both tenacity figures are blotter life. The two labs use different evaluation protocols, so the numbers are not directly comparable — read them as two independent readings, not as a contradiction.
Identification
| CAS Number | 103-41-3 |
| INCI Name | Benzyl cinnamate |
| Category | Aroma Chemical |
| Formula | C16H14O2 |
| Mol. Weight | 238.28 |
| IUPAC Name | benzyl (E)-3-phenylprop-2-enoate |
| InChIKey | NGHOLYJTSCBCGC-VAWYXSNFSA-N |
Synonyms
benzyl 3-phenyl propenoate, benzyl 3-phenylprop-2-enoate, benzyl alcohol cinnamate, benzyl alcohol cinnamic ester, benzyl beta-phenyl acrylate, (E)- benzyl cinnamate, trans- benzyl cinnamate, benzyl gamma-phenyl acrylate, benzyl-3-phenyl propenoate, cinnamein, (E)- cinnamic acid benzyl ester, trans- cinnamic acid benzyl ester, phenyl methyl 3-phenyl-2-propenoate, phenyl-2-propenoic acid phenyl methyl ester, phenylmethyl 3-phenylprop-2-enoate, benzyl alcohol, (E)-benzyl cinnamate, trans-benzyl cinnamate, benzyl cinnamate FCC, benzyl cinnamate natural, (E)-cinnamic acid benzyl ester, trans-cinnamic acid benzyl ester, cinnamic acid, benzyl ester, 3-phenyl-2-propenoic acid phenyl methyl ester, cinnamate
Physical and chemical data
| Boiling Point | 229.0 °C |
| Melting Point | 39.0 °C |
| Flash Point | 100.0 °C |
| Density | 1.109 |
| Vapor Pressure | 1 mm Hg @ 173.8 °C |
| LogP | 3.8 |
| Solubility | Practically insol in water, propylene glycol and glycerin. Sol in alcohol, ether, oils. |
| Appearance | Solid with a sweet odor of balsam; Practically insoluble in water; mp = 39 deg C; [Merck Index] |
Regulatory status
IFRA maximum concentrations
| Category | Use | Limit in the finished product |
|---|---|---|
| Category 1 | Lip products, toys | 0.36 % |
| Category 2 | Deodorants, antiperspirants | 0.11 % |
| Category 3 | Eye products | 1.2 % |
| Category 4 | Fine fragrance | 2.0 % |
| Category 5A | Body lotion | 0.51 % |
| Category 5B | Face cream | 0.51 % |
| Category 5C | Hand cream | 0.51 % |
| Category 5D | Baby creams, oils | 0.17 % |
| Category 6 | Oral care, mouthwash | 1.2 % |
| Category 7A | Rinse-off hair products | 2.4 % |
| Category 7B | Leave-on hair products | 2.4 % |
| Category 8 | Intimate and baby wipes | 0.17 % |
| Category 9 | Soap, shampoo, rinse-off | 3.9 % |
| Category 10A | Household care, hand contact | 3.9 % |
| Category 10B | Aerosol air fresheners | 14 % |
| Category 11A | Intended skin contact | 0.17 % |
| Category 11B | Minimal skin contact | 0.17 % |
| Category 12 | No skin contact, candles | Not restricted |
| IFRA Amendment | 49 |
| Restriction Type | Restriction |
| Critical Effect | Dermal Sensitization And Systemic Toxicity |
Restricted components
| Component | Share |
|---|---|
| Benzyl Alcohol (ba) | 0.5 % |
| Benzaldehyde | 0.0118 % |
IFRA regulated substances contained in this material. The interactive index derives the effective maximum concentration per category from them.
EU allergen declaration
| Substance | Share |
|---|---|
| Benzyl alcohol | 0.5 % |
| Benzaldehyde | 0.0118 % |
Substances that must be named in the ingredient list under Annex III of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009, as amended by Regulation (EU) 2023/1545. Where a range was given, the upper bound is shown.
All figures on this page are guide values collected from public reference works and supplier declarations. They differ between batches, origins and qualities. The data sheet of your own supplier is always the authoritative document for the material you actually use.