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trans-Aconitic acid
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trans-Aconitic acid is a tricarboxylic acid used in organic synthesis and as an aconitase inhibitor in biochemical research. It is available in high purity for research and industrial applications. CAS: 4023-65-8, Molecular Formula: HO2CCH2C(CO2H)=CHCO2H, Molecular Weight: 174.11 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Warning. Molekula supplies trans-Aconitic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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25 g — £50.90 per pack ex VAT · £61.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to yellow solid |
| Assay GC | ≥98.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 187 - 191 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 444212 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 16739536 |
| CAS Number | 4023-65-8 |
| IUPAC Name | (E)-prop-1-ene-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid |
| EC Number | 223-688-6 |
| Molecular Formula | HO2CCH2C(CO2H)=CHCO2H |
| Molecular Weight | 174.11 |
| Exact Mass | 174.0164 |
| SMILES | C(/C(=C\C(=O)O)/C(=O)O)C(=O)O |
| InChIKey | GTZCVFVGUGFEME-HNQUOIGGSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H6O6/c7-4(8)1-3(6(11)12)2-5(9)10/h1H,2H2,(H,7,8)(H,9,10)(H,11,12)/b3-1+ |
| PubChem CID | 444212 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2917194000 |
| Tariff Code | 2917198090 |
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
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (1E)-prop-1-ene-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid
- (E)-1-Propene-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid
- (E)-Aconitic acid
- (E)-prop-1-ene-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid
- 1-Propene-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid, (1E)-
- aconitate
- Aconitic acid, (E)-
- ACONITIC ACID, TRANS
- FEMA NO. 2010, E-
- trans-Aconitate
Frequently asked questions
What is trans-Aconitic acid used for?
It is primarily used as a chemical intermediate in organic synthesis and as a model compound in studies of metabolic pathways.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of trans-Aconitic acid?
The formula is HO2CCH2C(CO2H)=CHCO2H with a molecular weight of 174.11 g/mol.
How should trans-Aconitic acid be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available for trans-Aconitic acid?
It is available in analytical grade, suitable for laboratory research and synthesis.
Can Molekula supply trans-Aconitic acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply trans-Aconitic acid in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a purchase of trans-Aconitic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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