4-Ethylphenol is an endogenous metabolite and volatile phenolic compound. It is associated with off-odour in wine and can be synthesized by intestinal flora, where it is converted to 4-ethylphenyl sulfate. This compound causes DNA damage and induces 8-oxodG formation, and it also reduces oligodendrocyte maturation and myelination, increasing anxiety-like behavior in mouse models.
- Purity: 99.99%
- CAS number: 123-07-9
- Molecular weight: 122.17
- Formula: C8H10O
- Appearance: Solid, white to light yellow
- Structure classification: Phenols, Monophenols
- Solubility: DMSO (60 mg/mL), H2O (2.63 mg/mL)
- Applications: For research use only
- Biological activity includes DNA damage, reduced oligodendrocyte maturation, and increased anxiety-like behavior