The molecule is a benzoate ester obtained by the formal condensation of coniferol with benzoic acid. It has a role as an antifeedant, an allelochemical and a plant metabolite. It is a benzoate ester and a member of guaiacols. It derives from a coniferol.
[(E)-3-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)prop-2-enyl] benzoate