2-Methoxycinnamic acid
Also known as: o-Methoxycinnamic acid, trans-2-Methoxycinnamic acid, 3-(2-Methoxyphenyl)acrylic acid, (E)-2-Methoxycinnamic acid, 2-MeOC6H4CH=CHCOOH, Cinnamic acid, o-methoxy-, MFCD00064238
2-Methoxycinnamic acid (CAS 6099-03-2) 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 182-186 °C, a boiling point of 325.1±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 130.3±14.4 °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.
- 6099-03-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-37892-7
- 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 | 182-186 °C |
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| Boiling Point | 325.1±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 130.3±14.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 178.062988 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 2.42 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.591 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Lee HS, et al. Tyrosinase inhibitors of Pulsatilla cernua root-derived materials. J Agric Food Chem. 2002 Mar 13;50(6):1400-3. |
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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 2-Methoxycinnamic acid?
The CAS number of 2-Methoxycinnamic acid is 6099-03-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methoxycinnamic acid?
2-Methoxycinnamic acid has molecular formula C10H10O3 and molecular weight 178.185 g/mol.
Is 2-Methoxycinnamic acid hazardous?
2-Methoxycinnamic 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 2-Methoxycinnamic acid?
For 2-Methoxycinnamic acid, Upstream Products: acetic acid, 2-Methoxybenzaldehyde, Malonic acid; Downstream Products: 3-(2-Methoxyphenyl)propan-1-ol, 1-Methoxy-2-(2-nitroethenyl)benzene, 3-(2-Methoxyphenyl)propanoyl chloride.
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