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trans-Aconitic acid

Also known as: (E)-Aconitic Acid, (E)-1-Propene-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid, 1-Propene-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid, Aconitic acid, Achilleic acid, Equisetic acid, Citridic acid, Propene-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid, trans-1,2,3-Propenetricarboxylic acid, trans-1-Propene-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid, trans-Aconitate

trans-Aconitic acid (CAS 4023-65-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H6O6 and a molecular weight of 174.108 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 190 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 542.6±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.7±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 296.0±26.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
4023-65-8
Jingsj CID
J-45377-0
Molecular Formula
C6H6O6
Molecular Weight
174.108 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point190 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point542.6±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.7±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point296.0±26.6 °C
Exact Mass174.016434
PSA111.90000
LogP0.63
Vapor Pressure0.0±3.1 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.571

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information[1]. Montoya G, et al. Quantitation of trans-aconitic acid in different stages of the sugar-manufacturing process. J Agric Food Chem. 2014 Aug 20;62(33):8314-8.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2917190090
Summary2917190090 acyclic polycarboxylic 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 trans-Aconitic acid?

The CAS number of trans-Aconitic acid is 4023-65-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of trans-Aconitic acid?

trans-Aconitic acid has molecular formula C6H6O6 and molecular weight 174.108 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of trans-Aconitic acid?

For trans-Aconitic acid, Upstream Products: Sodium citrate, Citric acid, cis-Aconitic acid; Downstream Products: Trimethyl trans-Aconitate, Pyruvic acid, Fumaric acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "trans-Aconitic acid (CAS 4023-65-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-45377-0 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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