base note balsamic

Benzyl Cinnamate

Also known as: Benzyl 3-phenylpropenoate, Benzyl γ-phenylacrylate, Cinnamein, Cinnamic acid, benzyl ester, Phenylmethyl 3-phenyl-2-propenoate

IFRA Restriction

This is the maximum allowed percentage of this material in the total finished product, not in the fragrance concentrate.

For example, if a fine fragrance (Category 4A) contains 20% fragrance oil, and IFRA allows 10% of this material, the material can be up to 50% of the fragrance concentrate (10% ÷ 20% = 50%).

EU Allergen

This ingredient is classified as an EU allergen under the Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.

Labeling thresholds:

  • 0.001% in leave-on products
  • 0.01% in rinse-off products
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CAS 103-41-3

Molecular Information
Molecular Formula C16H14O2
Molecular Weight 238.28 g/mol
Boiling Point 228-230 °C @ 22 mm Hg
Flash Point GREATER THAN 100 °C
Density 1.109 AT 15 °C
Vapor Pressure 1 mm Hg @ 173.8 °C
InChIKey NGHOLYJTSCBCGC-VAWYXSNFSA-N
Sources: PubChem

Safety Information
Warning

GHS Classification

Sensitization, SkinHazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard

Hazard Statements

  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Sources: PubChem