Tranexamic acid
Also known as: trans-4-(aminomethyl)cyclohexane-1-carboxylic acid, trans-4-(aminomethyl)cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, AMCA, AMCHA, Cyklokapron, Amstat, transamin
Tranexamic acid (CAS 1197-18-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H15NO2 and a molecular weight of 157.210 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of >300 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 300.2±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 135.4±20.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 1197-18-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-1112395-8
- Molecular Formula
- C8H15NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 157.210 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 11/3/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | >300 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 300.2±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 135.4±20.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 157.110275 |
| PSA | 63.32000 |
| LogP | 0.31 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.497 |
| Additional Property | 1G/6ML |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Bhat A, et al. Tranexamic acid overdosage-induced generalized seizure in renal failure. Saudi J Kidney Dis Transpl. 2014 Jan-Feb;25(1):130-2. [2]. Couturier R, et al. Continuous or discontinuous tranexamic acid effectively inhibits fibrinolysis in children undergoing cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass. Blood Coagul Fibrinolysis. 2014 Jan 13. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2922499990 |
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| Summary | HS:2922499990 other amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters; salts thereof VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Tranexamic acid?
The CAS number of Tranexamic acid is 1197-18-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Tranexamic acid?
Tranexamic acid has molecular formula C8H15NO2 and molecular weight 157.210 g/mol.
Is Tranexamic acid hazardous?
Tranexamic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Tranexamic acid?
For Tranexamic acid, Downstream Products: Cetraxate, Ethyl trans-4-(aminomethyl)cyclohexanecarboxylate, trans-Ethyl 4-(aminomethyl)cyclohexanecarboxylate hydrochloride.
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