- CAS number
- 103-26-4
- IFRA Standard status
- Not recorded
- Products
- 15
Last updated · 25-05-2026Record completeness75%
The information here describes the ingredient in general. Its possible sources may vary and do not necessarily show the origin or form used in a particular YUMA product. For product-specific information, check the relevant product page.
Description
Methyl cinnamate features a strong cinnamon scent accompanied by fruity notes of cherry and strawberry. This ingredient occurs naturally in various foods and plants, including carrots, cheese, and jasmine. Perfumers often produce a nature-identical version in laboratories to ensure consistent quality and help preserve the planet's natural resources. Laboratory production can derive from various sources, including renewable materials, making it a more sustainable option for the fragrance industry.
Reported natural sources
BasilJasmineGuavaPlumCinnamonStarfruitCarrotPepperStrawberry
Additional information
- Methyl cinnamate is a key ingredient in cinnamon fragrances, a practice dating back to ancient Egypt where cinnamon was more precious than gold.
- The sweet taste of strawberries is partly due to methyl cinnamate, which contributes to their characteristic aroma.
- Laboratory production of methyl cinnamate requires 97 percent fewer natural resources than natural extraction, making it a more sustainable choice.
CAS number
103-26-4
Other names
Methyl 3-phenyl-2-propenoate2-Propenoic acid, 3-phenyl-, methyl esterMethyl 3-Phenylprop-2-enoateMethyl 3-phenylacrylateMethyl CinnamateMethyl 3-phenyl acrylateMethyl 3-phenyl propenoateMethyl 3-phenylpropenoate3- phenyl-2-propenoic acid methyl esterCinnamic acid methyl ester
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IFRA Standard status
The IFRA Standards form an industry self-regulatory system. They may prohibit or restrict the use of particular fragrance ingredients, or set specifications, according to end use. The status below reflects the IFRA data recorded for this ingredient. It is not a product certification and does not replace applicable law or assessment of the finished product.
Not recorded
Regulatory information
The Research Institute for Fragrance Materials (RIFM) is currently completing a comprehensive safety assessment for methyl cinnamate. Once finished, the assessment will be reviewed by the Expert Panel for Fragrance Safety and subsequently published in a peer-reviewed scientific journal.
