(E)-3-(4-Cyanophenyl)acrylic acid
Also known as: 4-cyanocinnamic acid, trans-4-cyanocinnamic acid, p-cyanocinnamic acid, (E)-4-cyanocinnamic acid, 3-(4'-cyanophenyl)-2-propenoic acid, trans-p-cyanocinnamic acid, RARECHEM BK HD C008, 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(4-cyanophenyl)-, (2E)-, (2E)-3-(4-Cyanophenyl)prop-2-enoic acid
(E)-3-(4-Cyanophenyl)acrylic acid (CAS 16642-94-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H7NO2 and a molecular weight of 173.16800 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 245-248ºC, a boiling point of 380.4ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.26g/cm3 and a flash point of 183.9ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 16642-94-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-1085203-6
- Molecular Formula
- C10H7NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 173.16800 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 245-248ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 380.4ºC at 760mmHg |
| Density | 1.26g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 183.9ºC |
| Exact Mass | 173.04800 |
| PSA | 61.09000 |
| LogP | 1.65608 |
| Vapor Pressure | 1.82E-06mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.596 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of (E)-3-(4-Cyanophenyl)acrylic acid?
The CAS number of (E)-3-(4-Cyanophenyl)acrylic acid is 16642-94-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (E)-3-(4-Cyanophenyl)acrylic acid?
(E)-3-(4-Cyanophenyl)acrylic acid has molecular formula C10H7NO2 and molecular weight 173.16800 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (E)-3-(4-Cyanophenyl)acrylic acid?
For (E)-3-(4-Cyanophenyl)acrylic acid, Upstream Products: Malonic acid, 4-Cyanobenzaldehyde, 4-Iodobenzonitrile; Downstream Products: 3-(4-Cyanophenyl)propanoic acid, 4-Ethynylbenzonitrile, 4-(3-Hydroxypropyl)benzonitrile.
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