Methyl cinnamate CAS 103-26-4

English name	Methyl cinnamate
Chinese name	肉桂酸甲酯
CAS	103-26-4
Molecular formula	10H10O2
Molecular weight	162.19
EINECS	203-093-8
Melting point	33-38 °C (lit.)
Boiling point	260-262 °C (lit.)
Bulk density	/
Density	1.092
Vapor density	/
Vapor pressure	0.73Pa at 25℃
Storage conditions	Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
Solubility	Soluble in chloroform (a little) and methanol (a little)
Form	Molten crystalline structure
Color	White to light yellow to light orange
Smell type	balsamic

Methyl cinnamate can be used as a fixative agent. It is used in the formulation of carnation and oriental fragrance essences as a fixative agent, and is also used in cosmetic essences: in cosmetic products such as soaps and detergents, it is used to blend rose, narcissus, lavender, carnation, lilac, etc. as cosmetic essences; it is used as an edible essence: in flavoring agents and pastries, it is used to blend strawberry, grape, cherry, peach, cream, vanillin, etc. as edible essences. It is used in the spice industry as a fixative agent, and is often used in the formulation of carnation and oriental floral fragrance essences. As an organic synthesis intermediate, it is mainly used in the pharmaceutical industry.