In the international market, it is mainly used in perfumes and sunscreens. China's GB-2760-2014 stipulates that they are allowed to be used as edible spices. It is used as a scenting agent in the spice industry. It is often used to mix oriental flower flavors such as carnations, cherries, strawberries and grapes. It is also used in soaps, detergents, and flavors and cakes. Both methyl cinnamate and ethyl cinnamate can be added to cigarette shreds and used as flavor enhancers and flavor compensators. As an organic synthesis intermediate, it is mainly used in the pharmaceutical industry.
The medicinal value of methyl cinnamate: Imidazole and methyl cinnamate use methyl as an intermediate linker to prepare methyl p-bromomethylcinnamate. This intermediate is the main raw material for the production of ozagrel. Methyl cinnamate has a positive effect on the suppression of vitiligo. In whitening and sun protection, the effect of methyl cinnamate is obvious.
The N-Propyl cinnamate with CAS registry number of 7778-83-8 is also known as 2-Propenoic acid, 3-phenyl-, propyl ester. The systematic name is Propyl 3-phenylprop-2-enoate. It belongs to product categories of Aromatic Cinnamic Acids, Esters and Derivatives; Ester Flavor. Its EINECS registry number is 231-916-0. In addition, the formula is C12H14O2 and the molecular weight is 190.24. This chemical should be stored in sealed containers in cool, dry place away from oxidizing agents. When you are using this chemical, avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Phenyl cinnamate (C6H5CH=CHCO2CH2CH2C6H5) is a white crystal with a melting point of 215°C. Soluble in hot ethanol and oil, soluble in ethanol but slightly turbid, insoluble in water. Due to the sweet aroma of rose and the aroma of plum after dilution, it is often used in the perfume industry to formulate powders, perfumes and fragrances.
