Date published: 2025-11-1

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Olfr486 Activators

Chemical activators of Olfr486, as proposed in this list, are based on the typical activation mechanisms of olfactory receptors. These chemicals, such as Ethyl acetate, Isoamyl alcohol, and Butyl butyrate, are hypothesized to interact directly with Olfr486, a G-protein-coupled receptor (GPCR). Upon binding to Olfr486, these compounds are likely to induce a conformational change in the receptor, initiating a cascade of intracellular events characteristic of GPCR activation. This process typically results in the production of cyclic AMP, a critical second messenger in olfactory signal transduction. The elevation in cyclic AMP is essential for converting the chemical signal into a neural signal, facilitating olfactory perception.

Other compounds like Amyl butyrate, Hexyl acetate, and Benzyl alcohol are also hypothesized to function similarly, binding to Olfr486 and activating the GPCR pathway. Each of these chemicals has a unique molecular structure that allows specific interaction with Olfr486, triggering the receptor's activation. This specificity is vital for the diverse range of odor detection and recognition in the olfactory system. The proposed activation of Olfr486 by these chemicals underscores the intricate molecular dynamics involved in olfactory perception and the sophisticated nature of GPCR-mediated signal transduction in the olfactory system.

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Ethyl Acetate, HPLC

141-78-6sc-360247
sc-360247A
1 L
4 L
$120.00
$320.00
(0)

Ethyl acetate, with a fruity aroma, may activate Olfr486 by direct binding, potentially inducing a conformational change in the receptor and initiating the GPCR signaling pathway, leading to increased cyclic AMP levels, crucial for olfactory signal transduction.

3-Methyl-1-butanol

123-51-3sc-231818
sc-231818A
500 ml
1 L
$70.00
$93.00
(0)

3-Methyl-1-butanol, found in bananas, could activate Olfr486 through direct interaction with its ligand-binding domain, triggering the GPCR pathway and resulting in elevated cyclic AMP, essential for olfactory signal processing.

Butyl butyrate

109-21-7sc-239439
250 ml
$210.00
(0)

Butyl butyrate, with a pineapple-like scent, may bind directly to Olfr486, inducing a structural change in the receptor. This activates the GPCR mechanism, leading to increased cyclic AMP and olfactory signal transduction.

Hexyl acetate

142-92-7sc-215149
sc-215149A
25 ml
500 ml
$32.00
$57.00
(0)

Hexyl acetate, with a sweet fruity aroma, could activate Olfr486 by direct binding, leading to GPCR pathway activation and subsequent increase in cyclic AMP, crucial for olfactory signal transmission.

Benzyl alcohol

100-51-6sc-326216B
sc-326216
sc-326216A
250 ml
1 L
5 L
$31.00
$102.00
$408.00
(0)

Benzyl alcohol, possessing a mild floral scent, may activate Olfr486 through direct binding to the receptor, triggering the GPCR signaling pathway and resulting in increased cyclic AMP, essential for olfactory signal transduction.

Ethyl hexanoate

123-66-0sc-235049
5 ml
$50.00
(0)

Ethyl hexanoate, known for its pineapple-like aroma, might activate Olfr486 through direct receptor binding, triggering the GPCR mechanism and increasing cyclic AMP levels, crucial for olfactory signal transduction.

Propyl acetate

109-60-4sc-250792
500 ml
$20.00
(0)

Propyl acetate, with a fruity aroma, could activate Olfr486 by direct interaction, initiating the GPCR pathway and leading to an elevation in cyclic AMP, important for olfactory signal processing.

Methyl butyrate

623-42-7sc-215339
sc-215339A
1 kg
5 kg
$95.00
$210.00
(0)

Methyl butyrate, present in apples, potentially activates Olfr486 by direct binding, leading to GPCR pathway activation and a subsequent rise in cyclic AMP, essential for olfactory signaling.

Ethyl propionate

105-37-3sc-214997
sc-214997A
25 ml
500 ml
$15.00
$39.00
(0)

Ethyl propionate, with a fruity and rum-like scent, may activate Olfr486 through direct interaction with the receptor, initiating the GPCR signaling pathway and resulting in increased cyclic AMP, important for olfactory signal transduction.

Butyl acetate

123-86-4sc-214637
sc-214637A
1 ml
5 ml
$20.00
$77.00
(0)

Butyl acetate, common in apples, could activate Olfr486 by binding to its active site, inducing the GPCR pathway and subsequent increase in cyclic AMP, crucial for the transmission of olfactory signals.