Description
4-Ethoxybenzaldehyde is a flavoring ingredient. 4-Ethoxybenzaldehyde can be used as an anti-inflammatory and prostaglandin E2 suppressor. It has also been indicated that it is useful in reducing facial erythema.
Chemical Properties
p-Ethoxybenzaldehyde has a sweet, floral, and anise odor and a similar taste
Chemical Properties
clear yellow to light brown liquid
Occurrence
Reported found in black tea
Uses
4-Ethoxybenzaldehyde was used as an anti-inflammatory and prostaglandin E2 suppressor in skin lightening agents.
Definition
ChEBI: 4-ethoxybenzaldehyde is an aromatic ether.
Preparation
By ethylation of p-hydroxybenzaldehyde using aluminum chloride catalyst.
Synthesis
p-Ethoxybenzaldehyde is synthesized by Ethylation of para-Hydroxybenzaldehyde. This aldehyde, which is very important as an intermediate in the manufacture of many naturally occurring flavor chemicals can be prepared from Phenol plus Hydrocyanic acid plus Hydrochloric acid.
References
Makino, Elizabeth T., et al. "Evaluation of a hydroquinone-free skin brightening product using in vitro inhibition of melanogenesis and clinical reduction of ultraviolet-induced hyperpigmentation." Journal of drugs in dermatology: JDD 12.3 (2013): s16-20.
Draelos, Zoe Diana, and Bryan B. Fuller. "Efficacy of 1% 4‐Ethoxybenzaldehyde in Reducing Facial Erythema." Dermatologic surgery31.s1 (2005): 881-886.
Cadby, P. "Estimating intakes of flavouring substances." (1996): 453-460.
