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2-Methoxycinnamic acid
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2-Methoxycinnamic acid is an organic compound belonging to the cinnamic acid family, primarily used in organic synthesis, pharmaceutical intermediates, and as a tyrosinase (EC 1.14.18.1) inhibitor in biochemical research. It appears as a white to off-white crystalline powder with a mild aromatic odor. This chemical has the CAS number 6099-03-2, a molecular formula of C10H10O3, and a molecular weight of 178.18 g/mol. It is stable at ambient storage conditions but requires careful handling, as indicated by its "Warning" signal word. Molekula supplies 2-Methoxycinnamic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
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Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 14728785 |
| CAS Number | 6099-03-2 |
| IUPAC Name | (E)-3-(2-methoxyphenyl)prop-2-enoic acid |
| EC Number | 213-785-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H4(OCH3)CHCHCOOH |
| Molecular Weight | 178.18 |
| Exact Mass | 178.063 |
| SMILES | COC1=CC=CC=C1/C=C/C(=O)O |
| InChIKey | FEGVSPGUHMGGBO-VOTSOKGWSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C10H10O3/c1-13-9-5-3-2-4-8(9)6-7-10(11)12/h2-7H,1H3,(H,11,12)/b7-6+ |
| PubChem CID | 734154 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 29189947 |
| Tariff Code | 2918999090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (2E)-3-(2-methoxyphenyl)prop-2-enoic acid
- (E)-3-(2-Methoxyphenyl)acrylic acid
- (E)-3-(2-methoxyphenyl)prop-2-enoic acid
- 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(2-methoxyphenyl)-
- 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(2-methoxyphenyl)-, (2E)-
- 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(2-methoxyphenyl)-, (E)-
- 3-(2-Methoxyphenyl)acrylic acid
- Cinnamic acid, o-methoxy-
- o-Methoxycinnamic acid
- trans-2-Methoxycinnamic acid
Frequently asked questions
What is 2-Methoxycinnamic acid commonly used for?
2-Methoxycinnamic acid is primarily used as a building block in organic synthesis, including the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, as well as a precursor in the synthesis of coumarins and related compounds. It is also used in biochemical research as a tyrosinase (EC 1.14.18.1) inhibitor.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 2-Methoxycinnamic acid?
The chemical formula is C₁₀H₁₀O₃ (C₆H₄(OCH₃)CHCHCOOH) with a molecular weight of 178.18 g/mol.
What safety classification does 2-Methoxycinnamic acid have?
The product has a signal word of 'Warning' under GHS classification, indicating moderate hazard. Full SDS is provided with orders for detailed safety information.
How should 2-Methoxycinnamic acid be stored?
Store at ambient temperature in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances. Avoid exposure to moisture and direct sunlight.
Does Molekula offer 2-Methoxycinnamic acid in bulk quantities?
Yes, we supply 2-Methoxycinnamic acid in bulk quantities (minimum order quantities vary; contact our sales team for custom arrangements).
What documentation is provided with an order of 2-Methoxycinnamic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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