Ethyl cinnamate (PubChem CID: 637758) — also referred to as ethyl 3-phenylacrylate, ethylcinnamate, cinnamic acid ethyl ester, ethylcinnamoate, ethyl trans-cinnamate, e-ethyl cinnamate, ethyl 3-phenyl-2-propenoate, and ethyl benzylideneacetate.
| Boiling Point | 271°C |
| Melting Point | 10°C |
| Color | Yellow |
| Formula Weight | 176.22 |
| Physical Form | Clear Liquid at 20°C |
| Chemical Name or Material | Ethyl Cinnamate |
Ethyl cinnamate (PubChem CID: 637758) — also referred to as ethyl 3-phenylacrylate, ethylcinnamate, cinnamic acid ethyl ester, ethylcinnamoate, ethyl trans-cinnamate, e-ethyl cinnamate, ethyl 3-phenyl-2-propenoate, and ethyl benzylideneacetate.
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The boiling point of ethyl cinnamate is approximately 271°C (519.8°F).
The ethyl cinnamate molecular weight is 176.21 g/mol.
The ethyl cinnamate chemical structure consists of an ethyl ester group attached to cinnamic acid. It includes a phenyl ring connected to a propenoate chain, forming an aromatic ester with the formula C11H12O2.
The melting point of ethyl cinnamate is typically around 6–8°C (42.8–46.4°F). It is usually a liquid at room temperature but may solidify slightly in cooler conditions
Ethyl cinnamate is commonly used as a flavoring agent, fragrance ingredient, and intermediate in organic synthesis. Its sweet, balsamic aroma makes it popular in perfumes, cosmetics, and food products, while its reactivity makes it useful in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries.
