Alpha-amyl cinnamaldehyde

Classification

  • Other NamesĀ : 2-benzylideneheptanal / Amyl Cinnamic Aldehyde / ACA / Jasmonal A
  • CAS NumberĀ : 122-40-7

Physical Description

Pale yellow to yellow clear liquid

Olfactory Description

  • Perfumery Note:
  • soft floral fresh jasmine slight spice Sweet oily fruity herbal Jasmin gardenia Tuberose tropical waxy rose honey fruity green powdery

Natural Occurence

  • Black tea
  • Soybean

Special Precautions and Safety

ACA is very susceptible to oxidation unless properly treated with an antioxidant (conventionally added by most manufacturers). Old or oxidized ACA has [an] objectionable, rancid-fatty odor. Lower grades of ACA may show by-odor of Benzaldehyde, Heptaldehyde or Amyl nonenal, sometimes called Di-heptenal. Xi - Irritant

  • R36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system, and skin.
  • R43 - May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
  • S02 - Keep out of the reach of children.
  • S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
  • S37/39 - Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.
Last modified on 5 December 2021, at 09:42