3-Hydroxy-4-methoxycinnamic acid

CAS NO.：537-73-5
Empirical Formula: C10H10O4
Molecular Weight: 194.18
MDL number: MFCD00004391
EINECS: 208-676-0
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2023-09-14 16:39:47

What is 3-Hydroxy-4-methoxycinnamic acid?

Chemical properties

Off-White Crystalline Solid

The Uses of 3-Hydroxy-4-methoxycinnamic acid

3-Hydroxy-4-methoxycinnamic Acid (Isoferulic acid) is a hypoglycemic agent.

The Uses of 3-Hydroxy-4-methoxycinnamic acid

3-Hydroxy-4-methoxycinnamic acid exhibits hypoglycemic properties.

The Uses of 3-Hydroxy-4-methoxycinnamic acid

3-Hydroxy-4-methoxycinnamic acid was used in the synthesis of tranilast and various tranilast analogs (cinnamoyl anthranilates) by genetically engineered Saccharomyces cerevisiae yeast strain. It was also used in the synthesis of glycoside compounds by undergoing glycosidation.

What are the applications of Application

3-Hydroxy-4-methoxycinnamic Acid is a chemical that exhibits hypoglycemic properties

Definition

ChEBI: A ferulic acid consisting of trans-cinnamic acid bearing methoxy and hydroxy substituents at positions 4 and 3 respectively on the phenyl ring.

General Description

3-Hydroxy-4-methoxycinnamic acid, predominantly trans is available as white crystals. 3-Hydroxy-4-methoxycinnamic acid is isolated from the aerial part of Artemisia capillaris, Chinese medicinal plant. It is a component of chinese herbal medicine used for a pain killer and stomachic. It is an efficient acetylcholine inhibitor. 3-Hydroxy-4-methoxycinnamic acid is bioactive metabolite of Spilanthes acmella Murr. It increases the resistance of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) to oxidation.

Properties of 3-Hydroxy-4-methoxycinnamic acid

Melting point:	230 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling point:	250.62°C (rough estimate)
Density	1.0583 (rough estimate)
refractive index	1.5168 (estimate)
storage temp.	Keep in dark place,Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
solubility	Soluble in ethanol and methanol.
pka	4.53±0.10(Predicted)
form	Solid
color	Pale Yellow
BRN	2212760
CAS DataBase Reference	537-73-5(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference	Cinnamic acid, 3-hydroxy-4-methoxy-(537-73-5)

Safety information for 3-Hydroxy-4-methoxycinnamic acid

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P304+P340:IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and Keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing. P405:Store locked up.