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English Name: |
Methyl cinnamate |
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CAS: |
103-26-4 |
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Molecular formula: |
C10H10O2 |
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Molecular weight: |
162.19 |
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EINECS: |
203-093-8 |
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Relevant categories: |
Benzene derivatives;FINE Chemical & INTERMEDIATES;Cinnamic acid;Alphabetical Listings;Certified Natural ProductsFlavors and Fragrances;Flavors and Fragrances;M-N;Cosmetics
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Mol file: |
103-26-4.mol |
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Methyl Cinnamate Application
In the international market, Methyl cinnamate is mainly used in spices and sunscreen, and GB-2760-2014 in China specifies it as a permissible edible spice. Methyl cinnamate is used in the perfume industry as a fixative, commonly used in the deployment of oriental floral essence such as carnations, cherries, strawberries and grapes, used in soaps, detergents, as well as flavor agents and cakes. Methyl cinnamate and ethyl cinnamate can be added to cigarette tobacco as flavoring agents and aroma compensators. As an organic synthesis intermediate, Methyl cinnamate is mainly used in the pharmaceutical industry.
The medicinal value of methyl cinnamate: Imidazole and methyl cinnamate are used as intermediate linkers to prepare p-bromomethyl cinnamate, which is the main raw material for the production of Ozagrel. Methyl cinnamate has a positive effect on inhibiting vitiligo. In whitening and sun protection, the role of methyl cinnamate is irreplaceable
