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Ethyl 4-nitrocinnamate

Also known as: Ethyl p-nitrocinnamate, 4-Nitrocinnamic acid ethyl ester, 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(4-nitrophenyl)-, ethyl ester, Ethyl (2E)-3-(4-nitrophenyl)-2-propenoate, p-Nitrocinnamic acid ethyl ester, Cinnamic acid, p-nitro-, ethyl ester, NSC 4697, NSC 636709

Ethyl 4-nitrocinnamate (CAS 953-26-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H11NO4 and a molecular weight of 221.20900 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 138-140 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 326.6ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.237g/cm3 and a flash point of 141ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
953-26-4
Jingsj CID
J-5125-2
Molecular Formula
C11H11NO4
Molecular Weight
221.20900 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point138-140 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point326.6ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.237g/cm3
Flash Point141ºC
Exact Mass221.06900
PSA72.12000
LogP2.69430
Refractive Index1.582
Additional Propertyinsoluble

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2916399090
Summary2916399090 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 Ethyl 4-nitrocinnamate?

The CAS number of Ethyl 4-nitrocinnamate is 953-26-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 4-nitrocinnamate?

Ethyl 4-nitrocinnamate has molecular formula C11H11NO4 and molecular weight 221.20900 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Ethyl 4-nitrocinnamate?

For Ethyl 4-nitrocinnamate, Upstream Products: 1-Iodo-4-nitrobenzene, Ethyl acrylate, 1-Bromo-4-nitrobenzene; Downstream Products: Ethyl 4-aminocinnamate, 4-Nitrobenzaldehyde, Chloramphenicol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Ethyl 4-nitrocinnamate (CAS 953-26-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-5125-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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