BE011
Benzylcinnamate
Formula
MI Number
CAS Number
C.I.Number
C16H14O2
1144
103-41-3
MI: Merck Index Number
CAS: Chemical Abstract Service Registry Number
C.I.: Chemical Index Number
Background
Benzylcinnamate is a constituent of storax, Balsam Peru, and Balsam Tolu.
Synonyms
Benzyl cinnamate
Benzylcinnamate
3-Phenyl-2-propenoic acid phenylmethyl ester
trans-Cinnamic acid benzyl ester
Cinnamein
Uses
Flavor
Fragrances and perfumes
Cross-Reactions
Unusual Reactions
References
1. Rudzki, E. and Z. Grzywa,
Dermatitis from propolis
. Contact Dermatitis, 1983.
9
(1): p. 40-5.
2. Hausen, B.M. and E. Wollenweber,
Propolis allergy. (III). Sensitization studies with minor constituents
. Contact Dermatitis, 1988.
19
(4): p. 296-303.
This information originates from
Trey Truett, MD
truettap@ctrvax.vanderbilt.edu
.