Isoferulic acid
Also known as: 3-Hydroxy-4-methoxycinnamic acid, 3-(3-Hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)acrylic acid, (2E)-3-(3-Hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)acrylic acid, (2E)-3-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)prop-2-enoic acid, trans-3-hydroxy-4-methoxycinnamic acid, trans-Isoferulic acid, Caffeic acid 4-methyl ether, Hesperetic acid, Hesperitinic acid, 3'-hydroxy-4'-methoxy cinnamic acid, MFCD00004391
Isoferulic acid (CAS 537-73-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H10O4 and a molecular weight of 194.184 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 230 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 410.2±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 167.6±19.4 °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.
- 537-73-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-2732-7
- Molecular Formula
- C10H10O4
- Molecular Weight
- 194.184 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 230 °C (dec.)(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 410.2±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 167.6±19.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 194.057907 |
| PSA | 66.76000 |
| LogP | 1.56 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.627 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Liu IM, et al. Mediation of beta-endorphin by isoferulic acid to lower plasma glucose in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. J Pharmacol Exp Ther. 2003 Dec;307(3):1196-204. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918990090 |
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| Summary | 2918990090. 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 Isoferulic acid?
The CAS number of Isoferulic acid is 537-73-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Isoferulic acid?
Isoferulic acid has molecular formula C10H10O4 and molecular weight 194.184 g/mol.
Is Isoferulic acid hazardous?
Isoferulic 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 Isoferulic acid?
For Isoferulic acid, Upstream Products: Isovanillin, Malonic acid, Methyl (E)-3-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)acrylate; Downstream Products: protocatechuic acid, acetic acid, Methyl 3,4-dimethoxycinnamate.
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