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Isoeugenol
CAS Number
97-54-1
EC Number
202-590-7
FEMA Number
FEMA 2468
What is Isoeugenol?
Isoeugenol (CAS 97-54-1), also known by its FEMA 2468 designation and commercially as 4-Propenylguaiacol, is a naturally derived phenolic compound sourced from essential oils and produced synthetically for industrial supply.
Where is Isoeugenol used?
- Fragrance: warm, spicy, carnation-like notes in fine perfumes and soaps
- Cosmetics: antioxidant stabilization of the finished formula
- Food: approved flavoring with clove and spice character in baked goods and confectionery
- Beverages: distinct aromatic profile
- Polymers and plastics: phenolic structure supports UV stabilization and antioxidant protection, extending service life of compounds exposed to light and heat
- Printing inks: stabilizer protecting resin systems and colorants from oxidative degradation during storage and application
- It functions as a fragrance ingredient and flavoring agent.
Commercial specifications
- Fragrance-grade product conforming to industry purity requirements
Other Names (Synonyms)
4-Propenylguaiacol|2-Methoxy-4-propenylphenol|2-methoxy-4-(prop-1-en-1-yl)phenol|4-Hydroxy-3-methoxy-1-propenylbenzene|4-Hydroxy-3-methoxypropenylbenzene|2-METHOXY-4-(1-PROPENYL)PHENOL|Phenol, 2-methoxy-4-propenyl-|Phenol, 2-methoxy-4-(1-propenyl)-
What are the physical properties of Isoeugenol?
Melting Point -10 °C
Boiling Point 267 °C
Density 1.08 g/cm³
Flash Point >230 °F
Appearance light yellow-green viscous liquid
Color Clear yellow
Odor at 100.00 %. sweet spicy clove woody allspice carnation floral
Form Viscous Liquid
Vapor Pressure <0.01 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.575(lit.)
Log P 2.48
How is Isoeugenol classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS07· Irritant GHS08· Health Hazard
Hazard Statements
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H312 Harmful in contact with skin
H315 Causes skin irritation
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
Precautionary Statements
P203 Obtain, consult and follow expert instructions for use.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Isoeugenol?
HS Code 29095000
UN Number 1230
Packing Group II
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids
WGK (Germany) 2