Alpha Amyl Cinnamic Aldehyde

Description

Very mild oily-herbaceous and somewhat floral odor, reminiscent of many types of natural flowers, but mostly of Jasmin, Gardenia and Tuberose.

General Information

Alt Name	Alpha-pentylcinnamaldehyde
Category	Aromatic Compound
IUPAC Name	2-benzylideneheptanal
CAS Number	122-40-7
Molecular Weight	202.29 g/mol
Canonical SMILES	CCCCCC(=CC1=CC=CC=C1)C=O

Organoleptic Properties

Odor Family	Floral
Odor Strength	1 2 3 4 5
Odor Description	Floral, Fruity, Green, Herbal, Jasmin, Oily, Powdery, Sweet, Tropical
Substantivity	256 hours at 100%

Physical Properties

Appearance	Pale yellow to yellow clear liquid (est)
Specific Gravity	0.963 to 0.971 @ 25 °C.
Pounds per Gallon	8.013 to 8.08
Refractive Index	1.555 to 1.559 @ 20 °C.
Vapor Pressure	0.002 mmHg @ 25 °C. (est)
Boiling Point	287 to 290 °C. @ 760 mm Hg
Flash Point	> 212 °F. TCC ( > 100 °C. )
Melting Point	80 °C. @ 760 mm Hg
XLogP	4.2
Acid Value	5 max. KOH/g
Shelf Life	12 months if stored properly
Storage	Store in cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, protected from heat and light.

IFRA

Standard

https://ifrafragrance.org/standards/IFRA_STD_005.pdf

Category

Flavor and fragrance agents

Critical Effect

Dermal sensitization and systemic toxicity

Restrictions

Usage limits in the finished product

Cat. 1Category 1:	0.58 %
Cat. 2Category 2:	0.53 %
Cat. 3Category 3:	0.26 %
Cat. 4Category 4:	7 %
Cat. 5ACategory 5A:	2.5 %
Cat. 5BCategory 5B:	0.32 %
Cat. 5CCategory 5C:	0.45 %
Cat. 5DCategory 5D:	0.11 %
Cat. 6Category 6:	0.064 %

Cat. 7ACategory 7A:	0.26 %
Cat. 7BCategory 7B:	0.26 %
Cat. 8Category 8:	0.11 %
Cat. 9Category 9:	1.5 %
Cat. 10ACategory 10A:	1.5 %
Cat. 10BCategory 10B:	3.5 %
Cat. 11ACategory 11A:	0.11 %
Cat. 11BCategory 11B:	0.11 %
Cat. 12Category 12:	100%

Safety Information

Pictograms
Hazard Statement	H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H401 - Toxic to aquatic life H411 - Toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects
Precautionary Statement	P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace P273 - Avoid release to the environment P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/… P333 + P313 - If skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention P363 - Wash contaminated clothing before reuse P391 - Collect spillage P501 - Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
R-phrases	R36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin R43 - May cause sensitisation by skin contact
S-phrases	S02 - Keep out of the reach of children S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice S37/39 - Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection
Europe Standard Hazard	Xi - Irritant

References

TGSC	http://www.thegoodscentscompany.com/data/rw1001011.html
PubChem	https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/31209