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2-Phenethyl propionate also known as phenethyl propanoate or phenylethyl popionate is the ester of phenethyl alcohol and propionic acid. It can be found in peanuts.[citation needed]It has shown antifungal activity and was tested as a natural pesticide. It is used in some preparations used in the management of bed bugs. In the U.S it is considered a minimal risk pesticide and can be used as a pesticide without any registration.