Date published: 2026-5-21

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OR4B1 Activators

Olfactory Receptor 4B1 Activators are a diverse array of chemical compounds that enhance the functional activity of Olfactory Receptor 4B1 through specific binding and activation of the associated G-protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) pathway. Isobutyl acetate and Amyl acetate, both esters with distinct aromas, serve as direct agonists for Olfactory Receptor 4B1, triggering a cascade of events that lead to increased neuronal signaling. Similarly, Eugenol and Anethole, belonging to the phenylpropene and terpenoid families respectively, bind to Olfactory Receptor 4B1, causing an elevation in intracellular calcium levels and cAMP, thereby amplifying the olfactory signal transduction.

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Isobutyl acetate

110-19-0sc-228365
25 ml
$37.00
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As a volatile ester, Isobutyl acetate is a potential odorant that can activate Olfactory Receptor 4B1 by binding to its ligand-specific domain, triggering a G-protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) cascade resulting in increased neuronal signaling in olfactory neurons.

Pentyl acetate

628-63-7sc-215691
250 ml
$66.00
(0)

Pentyl acetate, another ester with a fruity aroma, can similarly bind to Olfactory Receptor 4B1, causing conformational changes that enhance the GPCR signaling pathway, leading to an increase in olfactory sensory neuron response.

Eugenol

97-53-0sc-203043
sc-203043A
sc-203043B
1 g
100 g
500 g
$32.00
$62.00
$218.00
2
(1)

Eugenol is a phenylpropene that can act as an agonist for Olfactory Receptor 4B1. Upon binding, it initiates signal transduction through the GPCR mechanism, enhancing olfactory neuron response by increasing intracellular calcium levels.

3-Methyl-1-butanol

123-51-3sc-231818
sc-231818A
500 ml
1 L
$71.00
$95.00
(0)

Isoamyl alcohol, a naturally occurring fusel oil, can activate Olfactory Receptor 4B1 through its binding, which leads to the activation of downstream adenylate cyclase, increasing cAMP and subsequently potentiating the olfactory signal transduction pathway.

Anethole

104-46-1sc-481571A
sc-481571
10 g
100 g
$576.00
$316.00
(0)

Anethole, a terpenoid derivative, can function as an Olfactory Receptor 4B1 agonist. It activates the receptor by binding to it and initiating a series of cellular responses that enhance GPCR-mediated signal transduction.

Geraniol

106-24-1sc-235242
sc-235242A
25 g
100 g
$45.00
$119.00
(0)

Geraniol, a monoterpenoid alcohol, can enhance the activity of Olfactory Receptor 4B1 by acting as a ligand and activating the GPCR signaling cascade, leading to a stronger olfactory neuron response.

Methyl Salicylate

119-36-8sc-204802
sc-204802A
250 ml
500 ml
$47.00
$70.00
(1)

Methyl salicylate can activate Olfactory Receptor 4B1 through ligand-receptor interaction, triggering the GPCR pathway and resulting in an increased olfactory sensory neuron response due to elevated cAMP levels.

3-Ethoxy-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde

121-32-4sc-238538
100 g
$31.00
(0)

3-Ethoxy-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde, an analog of vanillin, can interact with and activate Olfactory Receptor 4B1, promoting the GPCR signaling cascade and enhancing the sensory perception by olfactory neurons.

Heptaldehyde

111-71-7sc-250089
sc-250089A
2 ml
100 ml
$30.00
$59.00
(0)

Heptanal, an aldehyde with a fruity odor, can bind to and activate Olfactory Receptor 4B1, triggering GPCR-mediated signal transduction and leading to increased neuronal signaling within the olfactory system.

Isovaleric acid

503-74-2sc-250205
100 ml
$29.00
(0)

Isovaleric acid, a short-chain fatty acid, can serve as a ligand for Olfactory Receptor 4B1. Upon binding, it activates the receptor and enhances GPCR signaling, increasing the olfactory sensory response.