Ethyl 4-hydroxy-3-methoxycinnamate CAS 4046-02-0
Chemical name: Ethyl 4-hydroxy-3-methoxycinnamate
Synonymous names:ETHYL FERULATE;Ethyl Ferulate;Ethyl ferulate
CAS No:4046-02-0
Molecular formula:C12H14O4
Molecular weight:222.24
EINECS No:223-745-5
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Structural formula:
Product Description:
Items |
Specifications |
Appearance |
White to off-white crystalline powder |
Assay,% |
99.0MIN |
Melting point |
53-58℃ |
Loss on drying |
Max 0.5% |
Heavy metals |
Max 10ppm |
Properties and Usage:
Ethyl ferulate is a phenolic acid ester compound generated by the reaction of ferulic acid and ethanol. It has multiple biological activities such as antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, and is widely used in food, medicine, cosmetics, agriculture and industry.
1. Food and Beverage
Antioxidant: As a natural antioxidant, ethyl ferulate can effectively delay the oxidation process of fats and oils in food, maintain the freshness of food, and extend its shelf life. It is often used in food processing such as baking and condiments.
Health Food: Due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, ethyl ferulate is often added to nutritional supplements and health foods to help improve immunity and health.
2. Medical Field
Anti-inflammatory drugs: Studies have shown that ethyl ferulate has anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects, and may be used to develop new anti-inflammatory drugs to fight various inflammatory diseases and pain.
Anti-tumor research: Some scientific studies have found that ethyl ferulate may have potential anti-cancer activity and is being explored for its application prospects in cancer treatment.
3. Cosmetics
Anti-aging ingredients: Ethyl ferulate helps slow down skin aging and reduce wrinkles and fine lines with its excellent antioxidant effect, and is often used in anti-aging products.
Whitening agent: Its whitening effect can improve uneven skin tone and enhance skin radiance. It is used in skin care products to improve skin quality and brightness.
4. Agriculture
Plant protection: In agriculture, ethyl ferulate is studied as a plant protection agent, which can improve plant resistance and disease resistance and promote healthy plant growth.
5. Industrial application
Polymer materials: In the production process of polymer materials, ethyl ferulate can be used as an additive to improve the physical properties of the material, such as enhancing heat resistance and mechanical properties.
Storage conditions: Sealed, dark storage
Packing: This product is packed in 25kg cardboard drums, and it can also be customized according to customers' requirements