4-Hydroxycinnamic acid
Also known as: p-Hydroxycinnamic acid, 3-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)acrylic acid, 3-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-2-propenoic acid, beta-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)acrylic acid, p-Hydroxyphenylacrylic acid, Hydroxycinnamic acid
4-Hydroxycinnamic acid (CAS 7400-08-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H8O3 and a molecular weight of 164.158 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 212-214ºC, a boiling point of 346.1±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 177.3±17.4 °C. It is listed by 1 supplier; request a quote for pricing. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 7400-08-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-37929-3
- Molecular Formula
- C9H8O3
- Molecular Weight
- 164.158 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
| Supplier | Purity / Pack | Base Price | Unit Price | Origin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Made to Order | - | - | CN China |
Physicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 212-214ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 346.1±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 177.3±17.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 164.047348 |
| PSA | 57.53000 |
| LogP | 1.88 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.660 |
| Storage Conditions | -20°C |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | PGE2:126 μM (IC50) TXB2:371 μM (IC50) Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Luceri C, et al. p-Coumaric acid, a common dietary phenol, inhibits platelet activity in vitro and in vivo. Br J Nutr. 2007 Mar;97(3):458-63. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 4-Hydroxycinnamic acid?
The CAS number of 4-Hydroxycinnamic acid is 7400-08-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Hydroxycinnamic acid?
4-Hydroxycinnamic acid has molecular formula C9H8O3 and molecular weight 164.158 g/mol.
Which suppliers offer 4-Hydroxycinnamic acid?
1 supplier(s) listed; request a quote for pricing.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Hydroxycinnamic acid?
For 4-Hydroxycinnamic acid, Upstream Products: Malonic acid, 4-Hydroxybenzaldehyde, L-Tyrosine; Downstream Products: Methyl p-coumarate, methyl (E)-4-methoxycinnamate, Pterostilbene.
Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.
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