Cinnamyl alcohol

The compound is a solid at room temperature, forming colorless crystals that melt upon gentle heating. As is typical of most higher-molecular weight alcohols, it is sparingly soluble in water at room temperature, but highly soluble in most common organic solvents. ==Uses==

Cinnamyl alcohol has a distinctive odor described as "sweet, balsam, hyacinth, spicy, green, powdery, cinnamic" and is used in perfumery and as a deodorant. Cinnamyl alcohol is the starting material used in the synthesis of reboxetine. There is basic medical research investigating the neuroprotective properties of cinnamyl alcohol in terms of the following with respect to epilepsy: • Potentiating the GABAergic system • Promoting antioxidant effects • Reducing pro-inflammatory mediators activities. == Safety ==

Cinnamyl alcohol has been found to have a sensitizing effect on some people and as a result is the subject of a Restricted Standard issued by IFRA (International Fragrance Association). == Glycosides ==

Rosarin and rosavin are cinnamyl alcohol glycosides isolated from Rhodiola rosea. == References ==