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3-Hydroxy-4-methoxycinnamic acid, predominantly trans

3-Hydroxy-4-methoxycinnamic acid, predominantly trans chemical structure
CAS Number537-73-5
FormulaN/A
Mol. Weight194.18 g/mol

What is 3-Hydroxy-4-methoxycinnamic acid, predominantly trans?

3-Hydroxy-4-methoxycinnamic acid, predominantly trans is a chemical compound with CAS number 537-73-5. It is used in various industrial and research applications.

Applications

3-Hydroxy-4-methoxycinnamic acid was used in the synthesis of tranilast and various tranilast analogs (cinnamoyl anthranilates) by genetically engineered Saccharomyces cerevisiae yeast strain1.

Specifications

Linear Formula

HOC6H3(OCH3)CH=CHCO2H

Molecular Weight

194.18 g/mol

Assay/Purity

97%

Safety Information

GHS07GHS07
Signal Word

Warning

Hazard Statements

H315-H319-H335

Precautionary Statements

P261-P305 + P351 + P338

Required PPE

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

Melting Point

230 °C (dec.)(lit.)

EC Number

208-676-0

WGK Germany

2

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Alternative Names & Synonyms

HOC6H3(OCH3)CH=CHCO2H