Description
Cinnamein is found in the barks of Cinnamomum cassia Presl, is used in heavy oriental perfumes and as a fixative.
Synonyms
Benzyl cinnamate; Benzyl 3-phenylpropenoate
IUPAC Name
benzyl (E)-3-phenylprop-2-enoate
Molecular Formula
C16H14O2
Canonical SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)COC(=O)C=CC2=CC=CC=C2
InChI
InChI=1S/C16H14O2/c17-16(12-11-14-7-3-1-4-8-14)18-13-15-9-5-2-6-10-15/h1-12H,13H2/b12-11+
InChIKey
NGHOLYJTSCBCGC-VAWYXSNFSA-N
Boiling Point
195-200 °C (5 mmHg)
Application
BENZYL CINNAMATE (cas# 103-41-3) is a useful research chemical.
Storage
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Refractive Index
1.4025-1.4045
Stability
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Vapor Pressure
1 mm Hg at 173.8 °C