Record Information
Version2.0
StatusDetected and Quantified
Creation Date2021-05-15 07:55:35 UTC
Update Date2025-10-07 16:06:42 UTC
Metabolite IDMMDBc0017584
Metabolite Identification
Common Name2-phenylethyl 1H-indol-3-yl-acetate
Description2-phenylethyl 1H-indol-3-yl-acetate is a compound belonging to the class of indole derivatives, characterized by its unique structure that combines an indole moiety with a phenylethyl acetate group. This compound has been identified through chemical investigations of the EtOAc extracts from the endophytic fungus Colletotrichum gloeosporioides, where it was isolated alongside several other known compounds (PMID: not provided). The presence of the indole structure suggests potential involvement in various biochemical pathways, including those related to neurotransmitter regulation and modulation of cellular signaling, as indoles are often implicated in the synthesis of serotonin and other bioactive molecules. Additionally, the phenylethyl group may contribute to the compound's interaction with biological systems, potentially influencing pathways related to plant growth or defense mechanisms, given the ecological context of its source. Further studies may elucidate its specific roles and mechanisms of action within these pathways, enhancing our understanding of its chemical and biological significance.
Structure
Synonyms
ValueSource
2-Phenylethyl 1H-indol-3-yl-acetic acidGenerator
Molecular FormulaC18H17NO2
Average Mass279.339
Monoisotopic Mass279.125928791
IUPAC Name2-phenylethyl 2-(1H-indol-3-yl)acetate
Traditional Name2-phenylethyl 1H-indol-3-ylacetate
CAS Registry NumberNot Available
SMILES
O=C(CC1=CNC2=CC=CC=C12)OCCC1=CC=CC=C1
InChI Identifier
InChI=1S/C18H17NO2/c20-18(21-11-10-14-6-2-1-3-7-14)12-15-13-19-17-9-5-4-8-16(15)17/h1-9,13,19H,10-12H2
InChI KeyIRHVVAKMDAHHAI-UHFFFAOYSA-N