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4-Hydroxycinnamic acid

Synonym(s):p-Coumaric acid;trans-4-Hydroxycinnamic acid;4-Hydroxycinnamic acid;p-Coumaric acid, p-Cumaric acid

  • CAS NO.:7400-08-0
  • Empirical Formula: C9H8O3
  • Molecular Weight: 164.16
  • MDL number: MFCD00004399
  • EINECS: 231-000-0
  • SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
  • Update Date: 2024-05-29 16:45:47
4-Hydroxycinnamic acid Structural Picture

What is 4-Hydroxycinnamic acid?

The Uses of 4-Hydroxycinnamic acid

4-Hydroxycinnamic acid is the hydroxy derivative of Cinnamic Acid with antioxidant properties. It is a is a major component of lignocellulose. Studies suggest that 4-Hydroxycinnamic acid may reduce the risk of cancer by reducing the formation of carcinogenic nitrosamines. A recent study reports that 4-Hydroxycinnamic acid may act as a chemical castrator in bees by altering the epression of genes required for ovary development. This compound is common in pollen a major constituent of the worker bee diet, but it is not found in queen bees'royal jelly.

Properties of 4-Hydroxycinnamic acid

Melting point: 214 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling point: 251.61°C (rough estimate)
Density  1.2132 (rough estimate)
storage temp.  Store below +30°C.
solubility  Acetone (Slightly), Chloroform (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)
form  Solid
color  White to Off-White

Safety information for 4-Hydroxycinnamic acid

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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.
P271:Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water.
P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.

Computed Descriptors for 4-Hydroxycinnamic acid

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