3-Phenylpropionic acid methyl ester

CAS NO.：103-25-3
Empirical Formula: C10H12O2
Molecular Weight: 164.2
MDL number: MFCD00017209
EINECS: 203-092-2
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2024-12-18 14:08:52

What is 3-Phenylpropionic acid methyl ester?

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

The Uses of 3-Phenylpropionic acid methyl ester

3-Phenylpropionic Acid Methyl Ester is an ester derivative of 3-phenylpropionic acid that is sometimes present in fragrance ingredients.

The Uses of 3-Phenylpropionic acid methyl ester

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.

Synthesis Reference(s)

Tetrahedron Letters, 30, p. 5293, 1989 DOI: 10.1016/S0040-4039(01)93768-2
Journal of the American Chemical Society, 95, p. 625, 1973 DOI: 10.1021/ja00783a073

Properties of 3-Phenylpropionic acid methyl ester

Melting point:	142-145 °C
Boiling point:	91-92 °C4 mm Hg(lit.)
Density	1.043 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
refractive index	n20/D 1.502(lit.)
FEMA	2741 \| METHYL 3-PHENYLPROPIONATE
Flash point:	212 °F
storage temp.	Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
solubility	Chloroform (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)
form	Oil
color	Colourless to Pale Yellow
Odor	at 100.00 %. honey fruity wine balsam floral
Water Solubility	Soluble in chloroform. Insoluble in water.
JECFA Number	643
BRN	1909591
CAS DataBase Reference	103-25-3(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference	3-Phenylpropanoic acid methyl ester(103-25-3)
EPA Substance Registry System	Benzenepropanoic acid, methyl ester (103-25-3)

Safety information for 3-Phenylpropionic acid methyl ester

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water.