Methyl p-coumarate
Also known as: Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate, Methyl 3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acrylate, Methyl trans-p-coumarate, p-Hydroxycinnamic acid methyl ester, 4-Coumaric acid methyl ester, Methyl (2E)-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acrylate, Methyl 4-coumarate
Methyl p-coumarate (CAS 3943-97-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H10O3 and a molecular weight of 178.185 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 144-145ºC, a boiling point of 306.6±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 132.8±13.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 3943-97-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-1973194-3
- Molecular Formula
- C10H10O3
- Molecular Weight
- 178.185 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 144-145ºC |
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| Boiling Point | 306.6±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 132.8±13.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 178.062988 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 1.64 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.593 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Kubo I, et, al. Methyl p-coumarate, a melanin formation inhibitor in B16 mouse melanoma cells. Bioorg Med Chem. 2004 Oct 15;12(20):5349-54. [2]. Yuan S, et, al. Defense Responses, Induced by p-Coumaric Acid and Methyl p-Coumarate, of Jujube ( Ziziphus jujuba Mill.) Fruit against Black Spot Rot Caused by Alternaria alternate. J Agric Food Chem. 2019 Mar 13;67(10):2801-2810. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918290000 |
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| Summary | HS: 2918290000 other carboxylic acids with phenol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) VAT:17.0% MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl p-coumarate?
The CAS number of Methyl p-coumarate is 3943-97-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl p-coumarate?
Methyl p-coumarate has molecular formula C10H10O3 and molecular weight 178.185 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl p-coumarate?
For Methyl p-coumarate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 4-Hydroxycinnamic acid, 4-Bromophenol; Downstream Products: p-Coumaric acid, 3-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid, Methyl cinnamate.
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