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.
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.
