Shikimic acid
Also known as: (-)-Shikimic acid, L-Shikimic acid, (3R,4S,5R)-3,4,5-trihydroxycyclohex-1-ene-1-carboxylic acid, 3,4,5-Trihydroxy-1-cyclohexene-1-carboxylic acid, Shikimic acid methyl esther, Illicium Verum P.E., EINECS 205-334-2, MFCD00066278
Shikimic acid (CAS 138-59-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H10O5 and a molecular weight of 174.151 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 185-187 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 400.5±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.7±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 210.1±25.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 138-59-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-35571-5
- Molecular Formula
- C7H10O5
- Molecular Weight
- 174.151 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 185-187 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 400.5±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.7±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 210.1±25.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 174.052826 |
| PSA | 97.99000 |
| LogP | -0.92 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±2.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.680 |
| Additional Property | 18 g/100 mL (20 ºC) |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Lee MY, et al. Improvement of shikimic acid production in Escherichia coli with growth phase-dependent regulation in the biosynthetic pathway from glycerol. World J Microbiol Biotechnol. 2017 Feb;33(2):25. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918199090 other carboxylic acids with alcohol 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 Shikimic acid?
The CAS number of Shikimic acid is 138-59-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Shikimic acid?
Shikimic acid has molecular formula C7H10O5 and molecular weight 174.151 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Shikimic acid?
For Shikimic acid, Downstream Products: Oseltamivir, 3-Hydroxybenzoic acid, Phenol.
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