Cinnamic Aldehyde – Warm Cinnamon, Sweet Spice Balsamic Fragrance Enhancer | Perfume Grade Aroma Chemical

Short Description

Cinnamic Aldehyde is an exceptionally powerful aroma chemical celebrated for its rich cinnamon-bark character, warm spicy sweetness and distinctive balsamic undertones.

With its combination of freshly ground cinnamon, sweet cassia, subtle honey warmth and resinous depth, Cinnamic Aldehyde brings intensity, character and luxurious warmth to fragrance compositions.

Particularly valuable in spicy oriental, amber, gourmand, woody, tobacco-inspired and festive fragrances, Cinnamic Aldehyde is an essential ingredient for perfumers looking to create realistic cinnamon accords and sophisticated warm-spice compositions.

Its remarkable odour strength allows even small additions to introduce a recognizable cinnamon signature.

Supplied as a 10% ready-to-use solution in Di propylene Glycol (DPG) for convenient and controlled fragrance formulation.

What Is Cinnamic Aldehyde?

Cinnamic Aldehyde (CAS: 104-55-2), also known as Cinnamaldehyde or Cinnamal, is an aromatic aldehyde widely used in professional perfumery.

It is the principal aroma compound responsible for the characteristic spicy fragrance of cinnamon and cassia bark.

Its distinctive fragrance profile combines powerful cinnamon warmth with sweet, balsamic, slightly resinous and subtly honeyed undertones.

Although Cinnamic Aldehyde occurs naturally in cinnamon and cassia essential oils, it is also manufactured as a standalone aroma chemical for use in fragrance compositions.

Unlike cinnamon essential oil, which contains a mixture of naturally occurring aromatic compounds, Cinnamic Aldehyde provides a more focused and concentrated cinnamon character.

This makes it particularly valuable when a perfumer requires precise control over the spicy warmth of a fragrance.

Its intense cinnamon character blends beautifully with vanilla, coumarin, clove, amber, sandalwood, patchouli and other warm fragrance materials.

Cinnamic Aldehyde is especially useful in oriental-style fragrances, rich gourmand perfumes, warm woody compositions and sophisticated tobacco-inspired accords.

It can also contribute subtle spicy complexity to floral fragrances when used in very small quantities.

Because of its considerable odour strength and sensitization potential, controlled dosing and compliance with applicable IFRA restrictions are essential.

Aroma Profile

Odour Description

Rich cinnamon bark

Sweet cassia

Warm spicy

Subtle honey sweetness

Balsamic

Light resinous warmth

Slightly woody

Delicate powdery undertones

Sweet aromatic spice

Intense and distinctive

Warm, comforting character

Olfactive Family

Spicy / Cinnamon / Balsamic / Warm / Gourmand

Fragrance Position

Primarily Heart Note, with a persistent spicy character.

Why Perfumers Use Cinnamic Aldehyde

✔ Creates realistic cinnamon-bark fragrance effects

✔ Adds warmth and intensity to spicy compositions

✔ Enhances oriental and amber fragrances

✔ Introduces sweet balsamic complexity

✔ Supports vanilla and gourmand accords

✔ Adds character to woody and tobacco-inspired perfumes

✔ Contributes depth to festive and winter fragrances

✔ Enhances warm spice combinations

✔ Works beautifully alongside clove and coumarin

✔ Adds a recognizable spicy signature at low concentrations

✔ Helps create realistic cinnamon and cassia accords

✔ Provides contrast in selected floral and fruity compositions

Common Applications

Cinnamic Aldehyde is particularly useful in:

Fine Fragrance

Cinnamon Perfumes

Spicy Oriental Fragrances

Warm Amber Compositions

Gourmand Perfumes

Vanilla and Cinnamon Accords

Tobacco-Inspired Fragrances

Woody-Spicy Perfumes

Clove and Cinnamon Accords

Chai-Inspired Fragrances

Festive and Christmas Fragrances

Apple and Cinnamon Accords

Warm Floral Compositions

Incense-Inspired Fragrances

Sandalwood and Spice Fragrances

Selected Home Fragrance Applications

Blends Exceptionally Well With

Vanillin

Ethyl Vanillin

Coumarin

Heliotropin (Piperonal)

Cyclotene (Maple Lactone)

Furaneol

Acetoin

Benzaldehyde

Eugenol

Clove Essential Oil

Benzoin

Patchouli Essential Oil

Iso E Super

Sandenol

Javanique™

Cedryl Acetate

Vertenex

Ambroxan

Ethylene Brassylate

Galaxolide

Bergamot Essential Oil

Sweet Orange Essential Oil

These combinations allow perfumers to create everything from realistic cinnamon and clove accords to luxurious spicy ambers, creamy cinnamon-vanilla gourmands, sophisticated tobacco fragrances and warm woody compositions.

Typical Uses

Cinnamon & Cassia Accords

Cinnamic Aldehyde is one of the principal ingredients used to recreate the powerful, recognizable aroma of cinnamon bark.

Its sweet, spicy and balsamic fragrance provides the essential cinnamon signature.

When combined with Eugenol, suitable woody materials and subtle sweeteners, it creates a fuller and more realistic cinnamon accord.

Spicy Amber Fragrances

Cinnamic Aldehyde adds warmth and aromatic intensity to amber compositions.

Combining it with Benzoin, Vanillin, Ambroxan, Iso E Super and suitable balsamic materials creates sophisticated warm-spicy amber fragrances.

Its powerful cinnamon character provides a distinctive contrast to smooth, resinous and woody base notes.

Vanilla & Cinnamon Gourmand Fragrances

Cinnamic Aldehyde works beautifully alongside Vanillin and Ethyl Vanillin to create indulgent cinnamon-vanilla compositions.

When combined with Coumarin, Cyclotene and Acetoin, it can support realistic cinnamon pastry, warm dessert and sweet gourmand fragrance effects.

Tobacco-Inspired Fragrances

Its warm spicy character is particularly valuable in tobacco-inspired compositions.

Combined with Coumarin, Vanillin, woody materials and suitable amber ingredients, Cinnamic Aldehyde contributes the impression of aromatic spice often associated with rich tobacco fragrances.

Chai & Warm Spice Fragrances

Cinnamic Aldehyde is useful in creating fragrances inspired by chai tea and aromatic spice blends.

Its distinctive cinnamon warmth complements cardamom, clove, vanilla and other aromatic materials.

Together, these ingredients can create rich, comforting and sophisticated spice accords.

Apple & Cinnamon Fragrances

When combined with suitable green apple, fruity ester and gourmand materials, Cinnamic Aldehyde introduces the familiar warm-spicy character associated with apple-and-cinnamon compositions.

It is especially useful in bakery-inspired and festive fragrance accords.

Woody & Sandalwood Fragrances

Cinnamic Aldehyde introduces warm spicy contrast to dry cedarwood and creamy sandalwood materials.

When used alongside Sandenol, Javanique™, Cedryl Acetate and Iso E Super, it can create refined woody-spicy compositions with additional character and depth.

Incense & Resinous Fragrances

Small additions complement Benzoin, frankincense, myrrh and other resinous fragrance materials.

Its warm cinnamon nuance helps create richer and more complex incense-inspired perfume structures.

Festive & Home Fragrance Accords

The characteristic cinnamon-bark scent makes Cinnamic Aldehyde useful in certain seasonal, festive and warm-spice home fragrance concepts.

Any application in candles, room sprays, diffusers or personal care products must be evaluated for compatibility and applicable safety restrictions.

Cinnamic Aldehyde vs Cinnamon Essential Oil

Although both materials provide recognizable cinnamon aromas, they offer different formulation characteristics.

Cinnamic Aldehyde

Concentrated cinnamon-bark character

Strong sweet-spicy aroma

Distinctive balsamic warmth

More focused aromatic profile

Highly effective at small dosages

Allows precise control of cinnamon intensity

Cinnamon Essential Oil

Complex natural botanical composition

Contains several aromatic constituents

Aroma varies according to botanical species and extraction method

May possess additional woody, clove-like or herbal nuances

Useful for adding botanical complexity

Both materials require careful assessment of their restricted constituents when used in finished fragrance products.

Product Specifications

Specification	Details
Material	Cinnamic Aldehyde
Alternative Names	Cinnamaldehyde / Cinnamal
Chemical Name	3-Phenyl-2-propenal
CAS Number	104-55-2
Chemical Family	Aromatic Aldehydes
Concentration	10% w/w
Diluent	Di propylene Glycol (DPG)
Supplied Form	Ready-to-use working solution
Size	100 ml
Olfactive Family	Spicy / Cinnamon / Balsamic
Fragrance Position	Heart
Application	Professional fragrance formulation

Working With Cinnamic Aldehyde 10%

Cinnamic Aldehyde possesses an exceptionally strong odour and should be introduced gradually when creating fragrance formulas.

The prepared 10% DPG solution allows easier measurement and greater control during small-batch perfumery.

Example concentration:

10 g Cinnamic Aldehyde (100% neat) combined with 90 g Di propylene Glycol (100% neat) produces 100 g of a 10% w/w working solution.

The 10% solution contains one-tenth the active Cinnamic Aldehyde of an equal weight of undiluted material.

When calculating finished-product concentrations, the active Cinnamic Aldehyde content must always be considered.

The working solution is intended for addition to fragrance concentrates and is not a finished perfume.

Important Formulation & Safety Considerations

Cinnamic Aldehyde is a known fragrance sensitizer and is subject to IFRA restrictions.

Its use in finished fragrance products must be calculated according to the applicable IFRA Standard and finished-product category.

The maximum permitted concentration varies by application, and the material's contribution from all ingredients in a fragrance composition must be considered.

A 10% working solution does not mean that 10% Cinnamic Aldehyde is permitted in a finished perfume.

For professional formulation, consult the current IFRA Standard, relevant Safety Data Sheet and applicable ingredient-labelling requirements.

Avoid direct skin application of the supplied working solution.

Storage Information

Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry and well-ventilated location, protected from direct sunlight and excessive heat.

Minimize unnecessary exposure to air to reduce the possibility of oxidation and degradation during storage.

Use clean measuring equipment and avoid contamination of the solution.

Keep away from incompatible chemicals and handle according to the applicable Safety Data Sheet.

Perfume Grade Quality

Elysian Perfumes supplies Cinnamic Aldehyde as a prepared 10% working solution designed for convenient and controlled fragrance development.

Its powerful cinnamon-bark character, sweet balsamic warmth and distinctive spicy fragrance profile make it a valuable ingredient for gourmand, amber, woody, oriental and contemporary niche compositions.

Suitable for professional perfumers, independent fragrance creators and fragrance developers looking to introduce sophisticated cinnamon and warm-spice characteristics into their formulations.

For fragrance formulation use only. This material is not a food flavouring, finished perfume or product intended for direct skin application. Finished formulations must be evaluated for their intended use and comply with applicable safety, fragrance-allergen and IFRA requirements.