Description
Methyl 3-phenylpropionate has a strong floral-fruity odor. May be
prepared by reduction of methyl cinnamate in methanol solution
with hydrogen and Ni under pressure.
Chemical Properties
Clear light yellow liquid
Chemical Properties
Methyl-3-phenylpropionate has a strong floral–fruity odor, with honey and wine-like undertones
Occurrence
Reported found in tabasco peppers, grapes, rhubarb, soursop and basil
Uses
3-Phenylpropionic Acid Methyl Ester is an ester derivative of 3-phenylpropionic acid that is sometimes present in fragrance ingredients.
Uses
Methyl 3-phenylpropionate, is used as an important raw material and intermediate used in organic Synthesis, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals and dyestuff. 3-Phenylpropionic Acid Methyl Ester is an ester derivative of 3-phenylpropionic acid that is sometimes present in fragrance ingredients. It is also used as an application, aromatic intermediate.
Definition
ChEBI: Methyl 3-phenylpropanoate is a methyl ester resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of 3-phenylpropionic acid with methanol. It has a role as a volatile oil component, a flavouring agent and a human metabolite. It is a methyl ester and a member of benzenes. It is functionally related to a 3-phenylpropionic acid.
Preparation
By reduction of methyl cinnamate in methanol solution with hydrogen and Ni under pressure
Aroma threshold values
Aroma characteristics at 1.0%: sweet, rich spicy Ceylon cinnamonlike, balsamic with fruity, resinous and
powdery nuances
Taste threshold values
Taste characteristics at 5 ppm: cinnamon spicy, sweet, balsamic with fruity floral and resinous nuances.
