Description

Cinnamaldehyde is the primary organic compound responsible for the characteristic flavor and aroma of cinnamon. This versatile aldehyde is a key building block in the synthesis of fine chemicals and a valuable ingredient for imparting warm, spicy notes. It is essential for manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, food & beverage, and pharmaceutical industries seeking natural-characteristic profiles and bioactive intermediates.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Formulations: Primary component for cinnamon flavoring in baked goods, confectionery, beverages, and oral care products; used in perfumery for warm, spicy accords.
• Food & Beverage Industry: As a natural flavoring agent (FEMA 2286) in seasonings, sauces, and processed foods.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of certain drugs and as a starting material for antimicrobial and antioxidant compounds.
• Agrochemicals: Acts as a natural fungicide and insect repellent in certain agricultural applications.
• Personal Care Products: Incorporated for its scent and potential preservative properties in soaps, lotions, and cosmetics.
• Industrial Applications: Used in metal plating processes and as a corrosion inhibitor.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cinnamaldehyde
CAS No.	104-55-2
Molecular Formula	C9H8O
Molecular Weight	132.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Cinnamic Aldehyde; 3-Phenyl-2-propenal; Cinnamal; Cassia Aldehyde; Cinnamyl Aldehyde; β-Phenylacrolein; (E)-Cinnamaldehyde; trans-Cinnamaldehyde; Benzylideneacetaldehyde; Phenylacrolein; Zimtaldehyd
EINECS	203-213-9

Quality Control

We supply Cinnamaldehyde in various grades, including technical, FCC (Food Chemicals Codex), and Kosher, to meet diverse industrial needs. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing including GC/HPLC analysis to ensure purity, identity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each batch, detailing specifications for assay, physical properties, and impurity limits.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, yellowish to yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.619 - 1.623
Specific Gravity (25°C)	1.046 - 1.052
Solubility (in ethanol)	Clear, 1:2

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.