Description

Cinnamyl Formate CAS NO 104-65-4 is a versatile aromatic ester valued for its sweet, balsamic, and fruity aroma with cinnamon undertones. This compound is a key building block and fragrance ingredient, prized for its ability to impart warm, spicy notes and enhance flavor complexity. It is essential for manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and specialty chemical industries seeking high-quality aromatic intermediates.

Application

• Fragrance & Perfumery: A core component in creating spicy, balsamic, and oriental accords for fine fragrances, soaps, detergents, and cosmetic products.
• Flavoring Agent: Used to impart sweet, fruity, and cinnamon-like flavors in food products, beverages, and confectionery.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals.
• Aromatherapy & Home Scents: Employed in the formulation of essential oil blends, candles, and diffuser oils for its warm and comforting scent profile.
• Personal Care Products: Incorporated into lotions, creams, and hair care products as a fragrance component.
• Industrial Deodorants: Used in masking agents for industrial and household products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cinnamyl Formate
CAS No.	104-65-4
Molecular Formula	C10H10O2
Molecular Weight	162.19 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Phenyl-2-propen-1-yl formate; Cinnamyl alcohol formate; Formic acid cinnamyl ester; 2-Propen-1-ol, 3-phenyl-, formate; Styryl carbinyl formate; (E)-Cinnamyl formate; (2E)-3-Phenylprop-2-en-1-yl formate; FEMA No. 2299
EINECS	203-224-5

Quality Control

We ensure consistent quality and purity for Cinnamyl Formate through rigorous in-process and final batch testing. Our quality management system adheres to ISO standards, and the product is manufactured to meet relevant specifications for flavor and fragrance applications, including FEMA GRAS status. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and physical properties is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to maintain quality and prevent evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.550 - 1.560
Specific Gravity (25°C)	1.070 - 1.080
Solubility	Miscible with alcohol, ether; insoluble in water
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g

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