Methyl eugenol CAS 93-15-2 Information
| CAS |
93-15-2 |
| Molecular formula |
C11H14O2 |
| Molecular weight |
178.23 |
| EIENCS |
202-223-0 |
| Form |
Liquid |
| Melting point |
-4 °C |
| boling point |
254-255 °C |
| Density |
1.036 g/mL at 25 °C |
| Solubility |
insoluble |
| PKA |
/ |
| Color |
Colorless to pale yellow |
| Storage temp |
2-8°C |
What is Methyl eugenol CAS 93-15-2?
Methyl Eugenol, with the molecular formula of C11H14O2, is an important synthetic fragrance with a strong clove, spicy and woody aroma, as well as a sweet herbal scent. Due to its strong and lasting aroma, it is widely used as a fragrance in perfumes, food and daily chemical products.
Methyl eugenol CAS 93-15-2 Use
I. Flavor and Fragrance Industry
Core Perfuming Ingredients
The aroma of methyl eugenol is similar to that of natural eugenol, but it is softer and more stable. It is widely used in the preparation of complex fragrances:
Perfumes and cosmetics: As a middle note or base note component, it gives the fragrance a warm clove and woody scent, which is commonly found in oriental, fougere, spicy and floral perfumes.
Soap and detergent fragrances: Provide a lasting sweet and spicy aroma in soaps, washing powders and softeners to cover up the odor of chemical raw materials.
Fragrance fixation and synergistic effect
As an efficient flavor fixative, it can prolong the fragrance retention time of other volatile spices; it can work with vanillin, cinnamaldehyde, jasmine aldehyde and other spices to enhance the layering and sweetness of the fragrance.
II. Food industry
Edible flavor additives
At a compliant dose (must comply with the food regulations of various countries), it is used to enhance the flavor of the following foods:
Bakery: such as bread, cookies, cakes, providing a spicy and sweet aroma similar to cloves or cinnamon.
Beverages: a spicy base for mixing cola, tea, and fruit drinks.
Seasonings: as an ingredient for compound spices such as synthetic nutmeg and allspice.
Candy and chewing gum: gives a long-lasting spicy aftertaste, often used in mints or herbal flavored candies.
III. Daily chemicals and personal care
Oral care products
Added to toothpaste and mouthwash, it provides a fresh clove scent and helps inhibit oral bacteria.
Skin care products and soaps
As a substitute for natural fragrance, it is used in soaps, shower gels, hand creams and essential oil skin care products, with both fragrance and slight antiseptic functions.
Home fragrance
It is used in scented candles, air fresheners, diffuser stones and other products to create a home atmosphere with warm wood or oriental fragrance.
