Description

Pentyl Cinnamate is a versatile ester compound valued for its pleasant, balsamic, and fruity aroma profile. This chemical serves as a key building block and fragrance ingredient across several high-value manufacturing sectors. It is particularly sought after by producers in the flavor & fragrance, cosmetic, and specialty chemical industries for its ability to impart warm, sweet notes and act as a synthetic intermediate.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: A primary component in perfumery for creating amber, balsamic, and fruity accords, and used as a flavoring agent in food products.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Employed as a fragrance ingredient and fixative in soaps, lotions, creams, and other scented personal care formulations.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis for producing more complex aroma chemicals and pharmaceutical compounds.
• Household Products: Used to scent a wide range of consumer goods, including detergents, fabric softeners, and air fresheners.
• Industrial Aromatics: Incorporated into technical fragrances for applications where a stable, long-lasting scent is required.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentyl Cinnamate
CAS No.	3487-99-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₈O₂
Molecular Weight	218.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Amyl Cinnamate; n-Pentyl Cinnamate; Cinnamic Acid Pentyl Ester; Pentyl 3-Phenylprop-2-enoate; 3-Phenyl-2-propenoic Acid Pentyl Ester; FEMA 2063; NSC 406925
EINECS	222-489-1

Quality Control

Our Pentyl Cinnamate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for fragrance, flavor, and technical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and physical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee consistency and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.538 - 1.545
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.000 - 1.010
Solubility	Miscible with alcohols, oils; insoluble in water

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