phenyl cinnamate Property

Melting point:

73 °C(Solv: ethanol (64-17-5))

Boiling point:

205-207 °C(Press: 12 Torr)

Density 

1.144±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)

solubility 

Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and oils.

form 

White crystals.

Odor

Very faint, sweet, floral-balsamic odour.

Hazard and Precautionary Statements (GHS)

Symbol(GHS)

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed

H317May cause an allergic skin reaction

Precautionary statements

P261Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P264Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

P264Wash skin thouroughly after handling.

P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

P272Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.

P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P301+P312IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwell.

P302+P352IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water.

P321Specific treatment (see … on this label).

P330Rinse mouth.

P333+P313IF SKIN irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

P363Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

P501Dispose of contents/container to..…

phenyl cinnamate Chemical Properties,Usage,Production

Definition

Phenyl cinnamate has been used in perfume compositions as a fixative for balsamic and Oriental fragrance types. Phenyl cinnamate decomposition may create a phenolic odor.

Production Methods

Phenyl cinnamate is produced from Phenolsodium and Cinnamoylchloride.

Purification Methods

Crystallise the cinnamate from EtOH (2mL/g). It can also be distilled under reduced pressure. [Womack & McWhirter Org Synth Coll Vol III 715 1955, Beilstein 9 H 583, 9 II 387, 9 III 2689, 9 IV 2011.]