Ethyl 4-methoxycinnamate
Also known as: Ethyl p-methoxycinnamate, (E)-Ethyl p-methoxycinnamate, Ethyl trans-4-methoxycinnamate, Ethyl (2E)-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)acrylate, 4-Methoxycinnamic acid ethyl ester, p-Methoxycinnamic acid ethyl ester, 3-(4-Methoxyphenyl)acrylic acid ethyl ester, EPMC, RARECHEM AL BI 0241
Ethyl 4-methoxycinnamate (CAS 24393-56-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H14O3 and a molecular weight of 206.238 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 49ºC, a boiling point of 325.1±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 133.8±15.5 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 24393-56-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-28935-0
- Molecular Formula
- C12H14O3
- Molecular Weight
- 206.238 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 49ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 325.1±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 133.8±15.5 °C |
| Exact Mass | 206.094299 |
| PSA | 35.53000 |
| LogP | 2.65 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.540 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | COX-1:1.12 μM (IC50) COX-2:0.83 μM (IC50) |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Umar MI, et al. Bioactivity-guided isolation of ethyl-p-methoxycinnamate, an anti-inflammatory constituent, from Kaempferia galangal L. extracts. Molecules. 2012 Jul 23;17(7):8720-34. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918990090 |
|---|---|
| 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 Ethyl 4-methoxycinnamate?
The CAS number of Ethyl 4-methoxycinnamate is 24393-56-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 4-methoxycinnamate?
Ethyl 4-methoxycinnamate has molecular formula C12H14O3 and molecular weight 206.238 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Ethyl 4-methoxycinnamate?
For Ethyl 4-methoxycinnamate, Upstream Products: 4-Methoxybenzaldehyde, Ethyl (triphenylphosphoranylidene)acetate, Ethyl bromoacetate; Downstream Products: Diltiazem, 3-(4-Methoxyphenyl)propyl chloride, 3-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid.
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