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3-(3,4-Methylenedioxyphenyl)propionic acid

Also known as: 1,3-Benzodioxole-5-propanoic acid, 3-(1,3-Benzodioxol-5-yl)propanoic acid, Hydrocinnamic acid, 3,4-(methylenedioxy)-, Benzo-1,3-dioxole-5-propionic acid

3-(3,4-Methylenedioxyphenyl)propionic acid (CAS 2815-95-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H10O4 and a molecular weight of 194.18400 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 86-88°C, a boiling point of 349ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.343 g/cm3 and a flash point of 141.8ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful 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.
2815-95-4
Jingsj CID
J-4963-8
Molecular Formula
C10H10O4
Molecular Weight
194.18400 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point86-88°C
Boiling Point349ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.343 g/cm3
Flash Point141.8ºC
Exact Mass194.05800
PSA55.76000
LogP1.43250
Vapor Pressure1.81E-05mmHg at 25°C

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-(3,4-Methylenedioxyphenyl)propionic acid?

The CAS number of 3-(3,4-Methylenedioxyphenyl)propionic acid is 2815-95-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-(3,4-Methylenedioxyphenyl)propionic acid?

3-(3,4-Methylenedioxyphenyl)propionic acid has molecular formula C10H10O4 and molecular weight 194.18400 g/mol.

Is 3-(3,4-Methylenedioxyphenyl)propionic acid hazardous?

3-(3,4-Methylenedioxyphenyl)propionic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-(3,4-Methylenedioxyphenyl)propionic acid?

For 3-(3,4-Methylenedioxyphenyl)propionic acid, Upstream Products: 3,4-(Methylenedioxy)cinnamic acid, 3-(1,3-benzodioxol-5-yl)propan-1-ol, 4-nitrosotoluene; Downstream Products: 3,4-(Methylenedioxy)cinnamic acid, 6,7-dihydro-5H-indeno[5,6-d][1,3]dioxol-5-one, 1,3-Benzodioxole-5-propanal.

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