Cinnamyl isobutyrate(CAS#103-59-3)

Introduction

Cinnamyl isobutyrate, also known as benzyl isobutyrate, is an organic compound. The following is an introduction to some properties, uses, manufacturing methods and safety information of cinnamon ester isobutyrate:

Properties: It has a warm, sweet cinnamon aroma and is soluble in alcoholic solvents and insoluble in water. Cinnamyl isobutyrate is flammable at high temperatures.

Use:

Cigarettes: Cinnamyl isobutyrate can be used as a taste improver in cigarettes to provide a sweet taste to tobacco products.

Method:

The preparation of cinnamon ester isobutyric acid is usually achieved by esterification of isobutyric acid and cinnamyl alcohol. The specific method is to react isobutyric acid and cinnamyl alcohol under acidic conditions, and the catalyst is usually sulfuric acid or hydrochloric acid. After the reaction is completed, through steps such as distillation and purification, pure cinnamon ester isobutyrate can be obtained.

Safety Information:

Cinnamyl isobutyrate is irritating and highly sensitive, and may cause irritation of the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Care should be taken to avoid direct contact with skin and eyes during use, and to ensure good ventilation.

When storing and handling cinnamon isobutyrate, care should be taken to prevent it from being exposed to open flames and high temperatures to avoid fire or explosion.

Cinnamyl isobutyrate should be kept in a closed container, away from fire sources and oxidants, and avoid contact with strong oxidants, strong acids, strong alkalis and other substances.