Name: α-Methylcinnamaldehyde
Cas: 101-39-3
Purity: 99%
MOQ: 1KG
Directory Guidance on α-Methylcinnamaldehyde
Nature and Specifications
| MF: | C10H10O |
| MW: | 146.19 |
| EINECS: | 202-938-8 |
Basic Info
α-Methylcinnamaldehyde has a unique chemical composition. Its molecular formula is C 10 H 10 O, and its chemical name is 2-methyl-3-phenylacrolein. The molecular structure of this compound contains double bonds, aldehyde rings and benzene rings. It has the unique properties of aromatic compounds as well as unsaturated aldehydes.
The liquid is typically colorless or pale yellow and has a strong smell. This compound has a strong aroma that is a combination of floral, spicy, and fruity flavors. It is easily volatile at room temperatures. α-Methylcinnamaldehyde is highly reactive due to its unsaturated double bond and aldehyde group. It can undergo a variety of chemical reactions, such as addition, oxygenation, and condensation. It is an intermediate in organic synthesis.
Product Introduction
| Boiling point | 148-149 °C27 mm Hg(lit.) |
| density | 1.047 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| refractive index | n20/D 1.605(lit.) |
| FEMA | 2697 | ALPHA-METHYLCINNAMALDEHYDE |
| Fp | 175 °F |
| storage temp. | Inert atmosphere,2-8°C |
| solubility | Chloroform, Methanol (Slightly) |
| form | Oil |
| color | Colourless |
| Odor | at 100.00 %. sweet cinnamon spicy cassia |
| Odor Type | spicy |
| biological source | synthetic |
| Water Solubility | <0.1 g/100 mL at 21 ºC |
⇒We provide high-purity chemical raw materials with clear molecular formula and precise specifications. Each batch of α-Methylcinnamaldehyde products undergoes strict quality inspection to ensure stable and reliable physical and chemical properties. It adopts international standard packaging, sealed and moisture-proof, to ensure safe transportation and storage. Whether it is R&D experiments or industrial production, we can provide you with professional technical support and customized services. With rigorous technology, transparent data and stable supply, we help you efficiently complete chemical applications and innovations.

•Flavors and Fragrances
α-Methylcinnamaldehyde is often used as a flavor ingredient in the daily chemical and food industries because of its unique floral, fruity and spicy aroma. In daily chemical products, it can give perfumes, soaps, detergents and other products a rich aroma and enhance the layering of the fragrance; in the food field, its mild aromatic properties are used in the flavoring of candies, baked goods and beverages, adding a unique flavor tone to the product, but the safety standards for the use of food additives must be strictly followed.
•Organic Synthesis
As an important organic synthesis intermediate, the unsaturated double bonds and aldehyde groups of α-methylcinnamaldehyde give it high reactivity. It can introduce various functional groups through addition reactions, or prepare complex compounds through condensation, oxidation and other reactions, such as monomers for synthesizing flavor derivatives, drug intermediates and polymer materials. The benzene ring and double bond system in its molecular structure also provide a variety of possibilities for the design of organic synthesis routes, playing a key role in fine chemical synthesis.
•Pharma and Chemical Industry
In pharmaceutical and chemical related research, the chemical structure characteristics of a-methylcinnamaldehyde make it a potential raw material for drug intermediates. The double bond structure and aldehyde groups in the molecule of a-methylcinnamaldehyde can be used to modify pharmacophores, even though it is not used in medicine. It can be used for structural optimization and modification to create compounds with specific physiological activity, such as precursor synthesis or antibacterial, antiinflammatory, or other functional drugs.
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We will make samples before mass production. After the samples are approved by the department and users, we will start mass production. During the production process, we will carry out 100% inspection, and then carry out random inspection before packaging.
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Our MOQ is 1kg. But usually we can also accept a smaller quantity, such as 100g, if you need it, provided that the sample fee is 100% paid.
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Different quantity has different discount.
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