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
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.
Preparation
By reduction of methyl cinnamate in methanol solution with hydrogen and Ni under pressure
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.
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.
