Isobutyl Cinnamate
Aroma Chemical Base Note CAS 122-67-8
A sweet balsamic note with a fruity character and a soft labdanum facet.
Odor profile
| Note | Base Note |
| Descriptor 1 | Fruity |
| Descriptor 2 | Sweet |
| Descriptor 3 | Balsamic |
| Impact Level | Medium |
| Tenacity2 | 168 h |
2 Source: The Good Scents Company
Identification
| CAS Number | 122-67-8 |
| INCI Name | Isobutyl cinnamate |
| Category | Aroma Chemical |
| Formula | C13H16O2 |
| Mol. Weight | 204.26 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-methylpropyl (E)-3-phenylprop-2-enoate |
| InChIKey | IQZUZPKOFSOVET-CMDGGOBGSA-N |
Synonyms
iso butyl 3-phenyl propenoate, iso butyl 3-phenylacrylate, iso butyl beta-phenyl acrylate, iso butyl cinnamate FCC, cinnamic acid isobutyl ester, labdanol, 2-methyl propyl 3-phenyl propenoate, 2-methyl propyl 3-phenyl-2-propenoate, 2-methyl propyl beta-phenyl acrylate, 2-methyl propyl cinnamate, 2-methylpropyl 3-phenylprop-2-enoate, 3-phenyl-2-propenoic acid 2-methyl propyl ester, 2-propenoic acid, 3-phenyl-, 2-methylpropyl ester
Physical and chemical data
| Boiling Point | 287.00 °C |
| Density | 1.00100 |
| Refractive Index | 1.53500 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.002000 mmHg @ 20.00 C. |
| LogP | 3.830 |
| Solubility | alcohol; fixed oils; water, 25.75 mg/L @ 25 C (est) |
| Appearance | colorless to pale yellow clear liquid |
Regulatory status
IFRA maximum concentrations
| Category | Use | Limit in the finished product |
|---|---|---|
| Category 1 | Lip products, toys | 0.22 % |
| Category 2 | Deodorants, antiperspirants | 0.066 % |
| Category 3 | Eye products | 1.3 % |
| Category 4 | Fine fragrance | 1.2 % |
| Category 5A | Body lotion | 0.32 % |
| Category 5B | Face cream | 0.32 % |
| Category 5C | Hand cream | 0.32 % |
| Category 5D | Baby creams, oils | 0.11 % |
| Category 6 | Oral care, mouthwash | 0.73 % |
| Category 7A | Rinse-off hair products | 2.5 % |
| Category 7B | Leave-on hair products | 2.5 % |
| Category 8 | Intimate and baby wipes | 0.11 % |
| Category 9 | Soap, shampoo, rinse-off | 2.4 % |
| Category 10A | Household care, hand contact | 0.55 % |
| Category 10B | Aerosol air fresheners | 0.55 % |
| Category 11A | Intended skin contact | 0.11 % |
| Category 11B | Minimal skin contact | 0.11 % |
| Category 12 | No skin contact, candles | Not restricted |
| IFRA Amendment | 51 |
| Restriction Type | Restriction |
| Critical Effect | Dermal Sensitization And Systemic Toxicity |
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