Methyl cinnamate
Also known as: Methyl 3-phenylacrylate, Methyl 3-phenylpropenoate, Methyl trans-cinnamate, Cinnamic acid methyl ester, Methyl (E)-cinnamate, FEMA 2698, Methyl (2E)-3-phenyl-2-propenoate
Methyl cinnamate (CAS 103-26-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H10O2 and a molecular weight of 162.185 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 34-38 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 261.9±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 141.3±9.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 103-26-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-37893-8
- Molecular Formula
- C10H10O2
- Molecular Weight
- 162.185 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 34-38 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 261.9±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 141.3±9.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 162.068085 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 2.18 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.559 |
| Additional Property | insoluble |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Chen YY, et al. Methyl cinnamate inhibits adipocyte differentiation via activation of the CaMKK2-AMPK pathwayin 3T3-L1 preadipocytes. J Agric Food Chem. 2012 Feb 1;60(4):955-63. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916399090 |
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| Summary | 2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl cinnamate?
The CAS number of Methyl cinnamate is 103-26-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl cinnamate?
Methyl cinnamate has molecular formula C10H10O2 and molecular weight 162.185 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl cinnamate?
For Methyl cinnamate, Upstream Products: Methanol, trans-Cinnamic acid, acrylic acid methyl ester; Downstream Products: Methyl 3-phenylpropanoate, Methyl (3S)-3-amino-3-phenylpropanoate, 5-Phenylcyclohexane-1,3-dione.
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