CHEBI:6857 - methyl cinnamate

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ChEBI Name methyl cinnamate
ChEBI ID CHEBI:6857
Definition A methyl ester resulting from the formal condensation of methyl cinnamic acid with methanol. It is found naturally in the essential oils of Alpinia and Basil leaf oil, and widely used in the flavor and perfume industries.
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Roles Classification
Biological Role(s): flavouring agent
A food additive that is used to added improve the taste or odour of a food.
insect attractant
A chemical that attracts insects.
volatile oil component
Any plant metabolite that is found naturally as a component of a volatile oil.
Application(s): flavouring agent
A food additive that is used to added improve the taste or odour of a food.
fragrance
A substance, extract, or preparation for diffusing or imparting an agreeable or attractive smell.
anti-inflammatory agent
Any compound that has anti-inflammatory effects.
Related Structures
methyl cinnamate is a Structural Derivative of
methanol
Mass : 32.04186
Formula : CH4O
17790 		cinnamic acid
Mass : 148.15862
Formula : C9H8O2
27386 		cinnamic acids
Definition : Any alpha,beta-unsaturated monocarboxylic acid based on the cinnamic acid skeleton and its substituted derivatives.
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