trans-2-Hydroxycinnamic acid
Also known as: o-Coumaric acid, trans-o-Coumaric acid, trans-2-coumaric acid, (E)-2-Hydroxycinnamic acid, (E)-3-(2-hydroxyphenyl)prop-2-enoic acid, ortho-Hydroxycinnamic acid
trans-2-Hydroxycinnamic acid (CAS 614-60-8) 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 217ºC, a boiling point of 348.0±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 178.5±17.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 614-60-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-43529-0
- Molecular Formula
- C9H8O3
- Molecular Weight
- 164.158 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 217ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 348.0±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 178.5±17.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 164.047348 |
| PSA | 57.53000 |
| LogP | 2.43 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.660 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | HIV |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Tran Minh Ngoc, et al. A new coumarin and cytotoxic activities of constituents from Cinnamomum cassia. Nat Prod Commun. 2014 Apr;9(4):487-8. [2]. Min Zhuang, et al. Procyanidins and butanol extract of Cinnamomi Cortex inhibit SARS-CoV infection. Antiviral Res. 2009 Apr;82(1):73-81. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of trans-2-Hydroxycinnamic acid?
The CAS number of trans-2-Hydroxycinnamic acid is 614-60-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of trans-2-Hydroxycinnamic acid?
trans-2-Hydroxycinnamic acid has molecular formula C9H8O3 and molecular weight 164.158 g/mol.
Is trans-2-Hydroxycinnamic acid hazardous?
trans-2-Hydroxycinnamic acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of trans-2-Hydroxycinnamic acid?
For trans-2-Hydroxycinnamic acid, Upstream Products: Coumarin, Malonic acid, 2-Methylbenzyl Alcohol; Downstream Products: Benzofuran-2-carboxylic acid, 3-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid, Coumarin.
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