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propyl acetate

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Description

Propyl acetate is a colorless liquid ester with a sweet, fruity odor, commonly used as a solvent and flavoring agent. It is synthesized through the esterification reaction of propionic acid with propanol, often catalyzed by an acid such as sulfuric acid. Propyl acetate is known for its solvent properties, dissolving various organic compounds like resins, oils, and waxes. It is also commonly used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages, contributing its characteristic fruity aroma. In the context of research, propyl acetate has been studied for its potential applications in areas like biodegradable polymers, fuel additives, and as a component of environmentally friendly cleaning agents. Its biodegradability and low toxicity make it an attractive alternative to some traditional solvents. '

propyl acetate: affects aggression without affecting motor activity; RN given refers to parent cpd [Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), National Library of Medicine, extracted Dec-2023]

propyl acetate : An acetate ester obtained by the formal condensation of acetic acid with propanol. [Chemical Entities of Biological Interest (ChEBI), Hastings J, Owen G, Dekker A, Ennis M, Kale N, Muthukrishnan V, Turner S, Swainston N, Mendes P, Steinbeck C. (2016). ChEBI in 2016: Improved services and an expanding collection of metabolites. Nucleic Acids Res]

Cross-References

ID SourceID
PubMed CID7997
CHEMBL ID44857
CHEBI ID40116
SCHEMBL ID14991
MeSH IDM0086973

Synonyms (77)

Synonym
LS-13075
acetate de propyle normal [french]
n-propyl acetate (natural)
octan propylu [polish]
ai3-24156
einecs 203-686-1
fema no. 2925
un1276
hsdb 161
nsc 72025
brn 1740764
acetic acid n-propyl ester
propylester kyseliny octove [czech]
nsc-72025
propyl ethanoate
acetate de propyle normal
1-acetoxypropane
acetic acid, n-propyl ester
octan propylu
n-propyl ethanoate
n-propyl acetate
wln: 3ov1
1-propyl acetate
nsc72025
propyl acetate
109-60-4
acetic acid,propyl ester
inchi=1/c5h10o2/c1-3-4-7-5(2)6/h3-4h2,1-2h
acetic acid, propyl ester
propyl acetate, natural, >=97%, fcc, fg
propyl acetate, >=98%, fg
DB01670
A0044
acetic acid propyl ester
CHEMBL44857
chebi:40116 ,
NCGC00249148-01
ec 203-686-1
4-02-00-00138 (beilstein handbook reference)
n-propyl acetate [un1276] [flammable liquid]
unii-4awm8c91g6
propylester kyseliny octove
4awm8c91g6 ,
dtxcid301901
tox21_202012
NCGC00259561-01
dtxsid6021901 ,
cas-109-60-4
n-propyl acetate lbg-64752
STL280317
AKOS008949448
FT-0621756
FT-0627474
propyl acetate [usp-rs]
propyl acetate [mi]
n-propyl acetate [hsdb]
propyl acetate [inci]
propyl acetate [fhfi]
propyl acetate [fcc]
SCHEMBL14991
ch3cooch2ch2ch3
n-propanol acetate
un 1276
propyl ester of acetic acid
mfcd00009372
J-002310
propyl acetate, >=99.5%
propyl acetate, united states pharmacopeia (usp) reference standard
propyl acetate, 99%
propyl acetate, analytical standard
propyl acetate, pharmaceutical secondary standard; certified reference material
acetic acid-n-propyl ester
Q415750
?propyl acetate
fema number 2935
propyl acetate (usp-rs)
acetic acid, n-propyl ether

Research Excerpts

Pharmacokinetics

ExcerptReferenceRelevance
" Here, we developed a physiologically based pharmacokinetic (PBPK) model in rats and humans for the propyl metabolic series including propyl acetate, 1-propanol, propionaldehyde, and propionic acid."( Linking internal dosimetries of the propyl metabolic series in rats and humans using physiologically based pharmacokinetic (PBPK) modeling.
Faber, W; Smith, JN; Smith, JP; Tyrrell, KJ; Weitz, KK, 2020
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[information is derived through text-mining from research data collected from National Library of Medicine (NLM), extracted Dec-2023]

Roles (2)

RoleDescription
fragranceA substance, extract, or preparation for diffusing or imparting an agreeable or attractive smell.
plant metaboliteAny eukaryotic metabolite produced during a metabolic reaction in plants, the kingdom that include flowering plants, conifers and other gymnosperms.
[role information is derived from Chemical Entities of Biological Interest (ChEBI), Hastings J, Owen G, Dekker A, Ennis M, Kale N, Muthukrishnan V, Turner S, Swainston N, Mendes P, Steinbeck C. (2016). ChEBI in 2016: Improved services and an expanding collection of metabolites. Nucleic Acids Res]

Drug Classes (1)

ClassDescription
acetate esterAny carboxylic ester where the carboxylic acid component is acetic acid.
[compound class information is derived from Chemical Entities of Biological Interest (ChEBI), Hastings J, Owen G, Dekker A, Ennis M, Kale N, Muthukrishnan V, Turner S, Swainston N, Mendes P, Steinbeck C. (2016). ChEBI in 2016: Improved services and an expanding collection of metabolites. Nucleic Acids Res]

Pathways (1)

PathwayProteinsCompounds
volatile esters biosynthesis (during fruit ripening)018
volatile esters biosynthesis (during fruit ripening)220

Protein Targets (2)

Potency Measurements

ProteinTaxonomyMeasurementAverage (µ)Min (ref.)Avg (ref.)Max (ref.)Bioassay(s)
GLI family zinc finger 3Homo sapiens (human)Potency67.33600.000714.592883.7951AID1259369
thyroid hormone receptor beta isoform 2Rattus norvegicus (Norway rat)Potency42.48610.000323.4451159.6830AID743066
[prepared from compound, protein, and bioassay information from National Library of Medicine (NLM), extracted Dec-2023]

Bioassays (2)

Assay IDTitleYearJournalArticle
AID212400Toxicity determined using Tadpole Narcosis Test1991Journal of medicinal chemistry, May, Volume: 34, Issue:5
Using theoretical descriptors in quantitative structure-activity relationships: some toxicological indices.
AID237685Lipophilicity determined as logarithm of the partition coefficient in the alkane/water system2005Journal of medicinal chemistry, May-05, Volume: 48, Issue:9
Calculating virtual log P in the alkane/water system (log P(N)(alk)) and its derived parameters deltalog P(N)(oct-alk) and log D(pH)(alk).
[information is prepared from bioassay data collected from National Library of Medicine (NLM), extracted Dec-2023]

Research

Studies (24)

TimeframeStudies, This Drug (%)All Drugs %
pre-199012 (50.00)18.7374
1990's3 (12.50)18.2507
2000's4 (16.67)29.6817
2010's3 (12.50)24.3611
2020's2 (8.33)2.80
[information is prepared from research data collected from National Library of Medicine (NLM), extracted Dec-2023]

Market Indicators

Research Demand Index: 72.58

According to the monthly volume, diversity, and competition of internet searches for this compound, as well the volume and growth of publications, there is estimated to be very strong demand-to-supply ratio for research on this compound.

MetricThis Compound (vs All)
Research Demand Index72.58 (24.57)
Research Supply Index3.22 (2.92)
Research Growth Index4.52 (4.65)
Search Engine Demand Index120.86 (26.88)
Search Engine Supply Index2.00 (0.95)

This Compound (72.58)

All Compounds (24.57)

Study Types

Publication TypeThis drug (%)All Drugs (%)
Trials0 (0.00%)5.53%
Reviews1 (4.17%)6.00%
Case Studies0 (0.00%)4.05%
Observational0 (0.00%)0.25%
Other23 (95.83%)84.16%
[information is prepared from research data collected from National Library of Medicine (NLM), extracted Dec-2023]