4-Ethylphenol (CED0007971)

4-Ethylphenol is a solid compound with the formula C8H10O and an average molecular weight of 122.16 g/mol. 4-Ethylphenol belongs to the 1-hydroxy-2-unsubstituted benzenoids, a subclass of phenols within the organic compounds. It is categorized as an exogenous benzenoid. The compound serves various industrial roles as a fragrance, a flavouring and nutrient, a surface modifier, and as processing aids not otherwise specified. Biologically, it acts as a fungal xenobiotic metabolite. 4-Ethylphenol is recorded as being released from 24 sources. These include building and construction materials such as ceilings, as well as household cleaning and consumer products including tobacco product cases, cigar cigarettes, and bleaching agents. It is found in food, food processing and cookware, specifically in food contact materials, cellar tools, the preparation of vinegar, the preparation of wine or sparkling wine, and fermentation processes for beer. Additionally, it is released from electrical and electronic equipment, including antennas, adjustable resistors, auxiliary devices, coils, cores yokes or armatures, and eight other sources. It is also released in low-density polyethylene plastics. Exposure to 4-Ethylphenol can occur through oral, inhalation, and touch routes. In terms of biological activity, the compound has two recorded protein targets: estrogen receptor beta (ESR2) and estrogen receptor (ESR1).