4-Formylcinnamic acid
Also known as: (2E)-3-(4-Formylphenyl)acrylic acid, 3-(4-Formylphenyl)acrylic acid, p-Formylcinnamic acid, trans-4-Formylcinnamic acid, 4-Formylcinnamic acid, predominantly trans, 4-Formylcinnamic acid, 98%, predominantly trans, p-Formylcinnamic, 4-Formyl-zimtsaeure, EINECS 245-608-9, MFCD00006955
4-Formylcinnamic acid (CAS 23359-08-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H8O3 and a molecular weight of 176.169 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 251-254 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 373.2±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 193.7±19.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 23359-08-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-1966021-0
- Molecular Formula
- C10H8O3
- Molecular Weight
- 176.169 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 251-254 °C (dec.)(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 373.2±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 193.7±19.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 176.047348 |
| PSA | 54.37000 |
| LogP | 1.83 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.660 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918300090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918300090 other carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 4-Formylcinnamic acid?
The CAS number of 4-Formylcinnamic acid is 23359-08-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Formylcinnamic acid?
4-Formylcinnamic acid has molecular formula C10H8O3 and molecular weight 176.169 g/mol.
Is 4-Formylcinnamic acid hazardous?
4-Formylcinnamic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Formylcinnamic acid?
For 4-Formylcinnamic acid, Upstream Products: 4-Bromobenzaldehyde, Acrylic acid, Malonic acid; Downstream Products: 3-(4-formylphenyl)propanoic acid, 4-Vinylbenzoic acid, 4-Vinylbenzaldehyde.
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