Date published: 2025-11-28

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Olfr490 Activators

Chemical activators of Olfr490, as proposed in this list, are based on the typical activation mechanisms of olfactory receptors. These chemicals, such as Ethyl butyrate, Isoamyl acetate, and Benzyl alcohol, are hypothesized to interact directly with Olfr490, a G-protein-coupled receptor (GPCR). Upon binding to Olfr490, 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 Butyl acetate, Hexyl acetate, and Amyl butyrate are also hypothesized to function similarly, binding to Olfr490 and activating the GPCR pathway. Each of these chemicals has a unique molecular structure that allows specific interaction with Olfr490, 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 Olfr490 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 butyrate

105-54-4sc-214986
sc-214986A
1 kg
4 kg
$100.00
$210.00
(0)

Ethyl butyrate, with a pineapple-like scent, may activate Olfr490 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.

Isopentyl acetate

123-92-2sc-250190
sc-250190A
100 ml
500 ml
$105.00
$221.00
(0)

Isopentyl acetate, known for its banana and pear aroma, could activate Olfr490 through direct interaction with its ligand-binding domain, triggering the GPCR pathway and resulting in elevated cyclic AMP, essential for olfactory signal processing.

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 bind directly to Olfr490, inducing a structural change in the receptor. This activates the GPCR mechanism, leading to increased cyclic AMP and olfactory signal transduction.

Butyl acetate

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

Butyl acetate, with a sweet fruity aroma, might activate Olfr490 by binding to its ligand-binding site. This interaction can trigger the GPCR cascade, increasing cyclic AMP levels, essential for olfactory signaling.

Hexyl acetate

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

Hexyl acetate, known for its green fruity scent, could activate Olfr490 by direct binding, leading to GPCR pathway activation and subsequent increase in cyclic AMP, crucial for olfactory signal transmission.

Propyl acetate

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

Propyl acetate, with a fruity aroma, might activate Olfr490 through direct receptor binding, triggering the GPCR mechanism and increasing cyclic AMP levels, crucial for olfactory signal transduction.

Ethyl propionate

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

Ethyl propionate, known for its fruity and rum-like scent, could activate Olfr490 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, with an apple-like aroma, potentially activates Olfr490 by direct binding, leading to GPCR pathway activation and a subsequent rise in cyclic AMP, essential for olfactory signaling.

Pentyl acetate

628-63-7sc-215691
250 ml
$65.00
(0)

Pentyl acetate, with a pear-like scent, may activate Olfr490 through direct interaction with the receptor, initiating the GPCR signaling pathway and resulting in increased cyclic AMP, important for olfactory signal transduction.

Ethyl valerate

539-82-2sc-215002
500 ml
$83.00
(1)

Ethyl valerate, known for its apple-like aroma, could activate Olfr490 by binding to its active site, inducing the GPCR pathway and subsequent increase in cyclic AMP, crucial for the transmission of olfactory signals.