Chemical Properties
α-Amylcinnamyl alcohol has a light, floral note
Chemical Properties
Yellow liquid; floral odor. Combustible.
Uses
Perfumery, flavoring.
Preparation
From amylcinnamic aldehyde by reduction.
Taste threshold values
Taste characteristics at 25 ppm: sweet, spicy, astringent, green, floral and rosy
Contact allergens
This scented molecule is very close to a-amyl-cinnamic
aldehyde. Its presence is indicated by name in
cosmetics within the EU.
Safety Profile
Moderately toxic by ingestion. Seealso ALCOHOLS. When heated to decomposition itemits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.