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(±)-Ethyl phenyllactate

Also known as ethyl 2-hydroxy-3-phenylpropanoate, Ethyl 2-hydroxy-3-phenylpropionate, 3-Phenyllactic acid ethyl ester

CAS 15399-05-0Formula C11H14O3Molar mass 194.23 g/mol
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(±)-Ethyl phenyllactate chemical structure, C11H14O3, CAS 15399-05-0
2D chemical structure

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All properties
CAS number
15399-05-0
Formula
C11H14O3
Molar mass
194.23 g/mol
HS code
291819
Category
Aromatic building blocks

What is (±)-Ethyl phenyllactate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Ethyl 2-hydroxy-3-phenylpropanoate is a carboxylic ester obtained by the formal condensation of the carboxy group of 3-hydroxy-3-phenylpropionic acid with ethanol. It has a role as a metabolite. It is a member of benzenes and a carboxylic ester. It is functionally related to a 3-hydroxy-3-phenylpropionic acid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
ethyl 2-hydroxy-3-phenylpropanoate
CAS number
15399-05-0 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C11H14O3
UNII
R64374A2E5
MDL number
MFCD00128177
InChIKey
HBOGUIFRIAXYNB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C11H14O3/c1-2-14-11(13)10(12)8-9-6-4-3-5-7-9/h3-7,10,12H,2,8H2,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCOC(=O)C(CC1=CC=CC=C1)O

Synonyms

  • ethyl 2-hydroxy-3-phenylpropanoate
  • Ethyl 2-hydroxy-3-phenylpropionate
  • 3-Phenyllactic acid ethyl ester
  • Ethyl phenyllactate, (+-)-
  • Benzopropanoic acid, alpha-hydroxy-, ethyl ester
  • Ethyl phenyllactate
  • Phenyllactic acid ethyl ester
  • Lactic acid, 3-phenyl-, ethyl ester
  • Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-3-phenyl, ethyl ester
  • Ethyl alpha-hydroxyhydrocinnamate
  • Benzenepropanoic acid, alpha-hydroxy-, ethyl ester
  • ethyl2-hydroxy-3-phenylpropanoate
  • ethyl 2-hydroxy-3-phenyl-propanoate
  • Ethyl phenyllactate, (+/-)-
  • 2-hydroxy-3-phenyl-propionic acid ethyl ester

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
194.23 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
194.0943 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.15calc.
Topological polar surface area
46.53 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
4calc.
Heavy atoms
14calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.36calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccccc1

c1ccccc1

1 ring, 6 atoms, the Benzene ring system.

485,677 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Roles

  • metabolite

Functional uses

  • Flavouring and nutrient

Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code (±)-Ethyl phenyllactate is traded under.

HS 2918.19Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…

World exports in 2024
$1.37B
+0.5% vs 2023, imports $1.18B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China23.7%
  2. Italy14.7%
  3. India * partner reported12.0%
Top importers
  1. Germany11.7%
  2. South Korea9.8%
  3. Italy9.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for (±)-Ethyl phenyllactate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about (±)-Ethyl phenyllactate, based on the data on this page

What is (±)-Ethyl phenyllactate?

Ethyl 2-hydroxy-3-phenylpropanoate is a carboxylic ester obtained by the formal condensation of the carboxy group of 3-hydroxy-3-phenylpropionic acid with ethanol. It has a role as a metabolite. It is a member of benzenes and a carboxylic ester. It is functionally related to a 3-hydroxy-3-phenylpropionic acid.

What is the CAS number of (±)-Ethyl phenyllactate?

The CAS registry number of (±)-Ethyl phenyllactate is 15399-05-0.

What is the molecular formula and weight of (±)-Ethyl phenyllactate?

The molecular formula of (±)-Ethyl phenyllactate is C11H14O3 and its molar mass is 194.23 g/mol.

What is (±)-Ethyl phenyllactate used for?

Known uses and roles of (±)-Ethyl phenyllactate include building blocks in research and laboratory, screening compounds in research and laboratory, metabolite and flavouring and nutrient.

Is (±)-Ethyl phenyllactate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for (±)-Ethyl phenyllactate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of (±)-Ethyl phenyllactate?

(±)-Ethyl phenyllactate is usually classified under HS code 291819 (Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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