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BENZYL CINNAMATE - A floral-balsamic fixative with a warm, sweet, and persistent profile. Adds volume, roundness, and hold to floral and oriental compositions.

BENZYL CINNAMATE - A floral-balsamic fixative with a warm, sweet, and persistent profile. Adds volume, roundness, and hold to floral and oriental compositions.

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Benzyl Cinnamate

INCI : Benzyl Cinnamate
CAS : 103-41-3
Supplier : Various (Symrise, IFF, etc.)
Type : Aromatic molecule
Origin : Synthetic (naturally present in Peruvian balsam)

Olfactory description

An aromatic ingredient with a sweet, warm, and balsamic personality, with soft floral notes, hints of tobacco, dried apricot, and a woody-resinous base. It adds roundness and depth to floral and oriental bouquets.

  • Olfactory family : Balsamic / Floral
  • Main accords : sweet, resinous, tobacco, honey, warm floral
  • Secondary nuances : powdery, fruity (apricot), spicy (light cinnamon)

Main functions in perfumery

Function Practical description
Natural fixative Improves the persistence of floral and oriental notes
Body and depth Adds volume and warmth to floral hearts and amber accords
Modulator Softens the harshness of aldehydes, spices or dry woods
Compatibility Pairs well with: ylang-ylang, tuberose, jasmine, benzoin, amber

Technical features

Property Value
I wait White/pale yellow crystalline solid
Odor Floral, balsamic, sweet, warm
Melting point ~34 °C
Boiling point ~195–200 °C (at 5 mmHg)
Flash point ~180 °C
Solubility Soluble in alcohol and oils; insoluble in water
Shelf life (duration of conservation) 12–24 months in a closed container, away from light and heat

Recommended applications

  • Floral scents (jasmine, tuberose, ylang-ylang)
  • Oriental and amber tunings
  • Gourmand or resinous compositions
  • As a sweet-fixing base in artisanal and natural perfumes

Approximate usage percentages :

  • Up to 2–5% in fine fragrances (compliant with IFRA guidelines)
  • Always check the latest version of the IFRA Code

Benzyl Cinnamate is a key ingredient for those who wish to enrich their compositions with natural warmth, balsamic depth, and a sweet-floral signature. A quiet yet essential element, perfect for adding persistence and roundness to the most refined fragrances.

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