Benzyl cinnamate is the chemical compound which is the ester derived from cinnamic acid and benzyl alcohol.
Natural occurrence Balsam is the major producer of benzyl cinnamate. It is used as an ingredient in the medicated cream product Sudocrem.
Uses It is used as a flavoring agent. It has a low odour smelling faintly sweet, balsamic, floral, fruity, cherry, spicy, and powdery.
It is used pharmaceutically as an antibacterial and antifungal.
References
External links Benzyl cinnamate at National Library of Medicine's Toxicology Data Network