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Methyl 3,4-dimethoxycinnamate

Also known as: Methyl (E)-3-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)prop-2-enoate, Methyl 3,4-dimethoxycinnamate, 3,4-Dimethoxycinnamic acid methyl ester, Methyl (E)-3,4-dimethoxycinnamate, 3,4-O-Dimethylcaffeic acid methyl ester, Methyl 3-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)acrylate, Methyl 3-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)-2-propenoate, trans-Methyl 3,4-dimethoxycinnamate

Methyl 3,4-dimethoxycinnamate (CAS 5396-64-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H14O4 and a molecular weight of 222.24 g/mol. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
5396-64-5
Jingsj CID
J-1958175-0
Molecular Formula
C12H14O4
Molecular Weight
222.24 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Exact Mass222.08900
PSA44.76000
LogP1.89000
Storage Conditions2-8℃

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Macko V, et al. Self-inhibitor of bean rust uredospores: methyl 3,4-dimethoxycinnamate. Science. 1970 Oct 30;170(3957):539-40. [2]. Castro-Vazquez D, et al. Methyl benzoate and cinnamate analogs as modulators of DNA methylation in hepatocellular carcinoma. Chem Biol Drug Des. 2022 Aug;100(2):245-255.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918990090
Summary2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 3,4-dimethoxycinnamate?

The CAS number of Methyl 3,4-dimethoxycinnamate is 5396-64-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 3,4-dimethoxycinnamate?

Methyl 3,4-dimethoxycinnamate has molecular formula C12H14O4 and molecular weight 222.24 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 3,4-dimethoxycinnamate?

For Methyl 3,4-dimethoxycinnamate, Upstream Products: Methanol, (E)-3-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)acrylic acid, Veratraldehyde; Downstream Products: Precocene II, (E)-3-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)acrylic acid.

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