Compound Monograph
Cinnamyl acetate
An ester of cinnamyl alcohol and a secondary aroma component of cinnamon oil, contributing a sweet balsamic-floral note; used in flavour and fragrance work.
Classification
Cinnamyl acetate is one of the phenylpropanoids, part of the phenolics class. Antioxidant compounds built around one or more phenol rings — the flavonoids, tannins, phenolic acids, coumarins, and pigments behind much of a plant's protective chemistry.
Where Does It Come From? (4)
Cinnamyl acetate is one of the phenylpropanoids, found in Cassia Cinnamon, Ceylon Cinnamon, Cinnamon and 1 other source.