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Is alpha-Methylcinnamaldehyde vegetarian?

alpha-Methylcinnamaldehyde

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alpha-Methylcinnamaldehyde is a synthetic fragrance compound with a strong, spicy floral odor, used widely in perfumery.

Also known as 2-Methyl-3-phenyl-2-propenal, 3-Phenyl-2-methylacrolein, alpha-Methylcinnamaldehyde
INCI name alpha-Methylcinnamaldehyde
CAS number 101-39-3
EC number 202-938-8
CosIng ID 40465
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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