Neryl Acetat
Structure
- Compound name
- Neryl Acetat
- Synonyms
- Nerol acetate, Neryl ethanoate, (Z)-3,7-Dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-yl acetate
- CAS number
- 141-12-8
- Molecular mass
- 196.29 g/mol
- PubChem
- NERAC
Neryl acetate is a naturally occurring monoterpene ester found in various plant sources, including citrus fruits, lemongrass, and lavender. It possesses a sweet, citrusy aroma and is commonly used in the fragrance and flavoring industries due to its pleasant scent. Neryl acetate is formed through the esterification of nerol, a monoterpene alcohol, with acetic acid. It contains a neryl group, which is a 9-carbon chain derived from the isoprene units, and an acetate group. The compound is an isomer of the more common geranyl acetate, the main difference lies in the length of their carbon chains. Neryl acetate has a 9-carbon chain, while geranyl acetate has a 10-carbon chain. This structural difference affects their aromatic properties and overall chemical characteristics.
Pharmacologically, neryl acetate does not have direct pharmacological effects on the endocannabinoid system (ECS) like cannabinoids. However, it exhibits various biological activities. Neryl acetate has been studied for its potential antimicrobial properties and has shown inhibitory effects against certain bacteria and fungi. It also possesses sedative and anxiolytic properties, suggesting potential calming effects.