Methyl ferulate
Also known as: Ferulic acid methyl ester, Methyl 4-hydroxy-3-methoxycinnamate, Methyl (2E)-3-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)acrylate, Methyl 4'-hydroxy-3'-methoxycinnamate, trans-Methyl ferulate, MFCD00017208
Methyl ferulate (CAS 2309-07-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H12O4 and a molecular weight of 208.21 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 62-65°C, a boiling point of 338.1±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 130.4±17.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2309-07-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-30027-6
- Molecular Formula
- C11H12O4
- Molecular Weight
- 208.21 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 62-65°C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 338.1±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 130.4±17.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 208.073563 |
| PSA | 55.76000 |
| LogP | 1.40 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.575 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | p38 |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Sultana R. Ferulic acid ethyl ester as a potential therapy in neurodegenerative disorders. Biochim Biophys Acta. 2012 May;1822(5):748-52. [2]. Phuong NT, et al. Anti-inflammatory activity of methyl ferulate isolated from Stemona tuberosa Lour. Asian Pac J Trop Med. 2014 Sep;7S1:S327-31. |
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 Methyl ferulate?
The CAS number of Methyl ferulate is 2309-07-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl ferulate?
Methyl ferulate has molecular formula C11H12O4 and molecular weight 208.21 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl ferulate?
For Methyl ferulate, Upstream Products: Methanol, Ferulic acid, Vanillin; Downstream Products: Methyl vanillate, Vanillin, Methyl 3-(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)propionate.
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