Methyl p-coumarate

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Methyl p-coumarate Structure
Methyl p-coumarate structure
Common Name Methyl p-coumarate
CAS Number 3943-97-3 Molecular Weight 178.185
Density 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 Boiling Point 306.6±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Molecular Formula C10H10O3 Melting Point 144-145ºC
MSDS N/A Flash Point 132.8±13.7 °C

 Use of Methyl p-coumarate


Methyl p-coumarate (Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate), an esterified derivative of p-Coumaric acid (pCA), is isolated from the flower of Trixis michuacana var longifolia. Methyl p-coumarate could inhibit the melanin formation in B16 mouse melanoma cells. Methyl p-coumarate also has strong in vitro inhibitory effect on A. alternata and other pathogens[1][2].

Summary: Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate (CAS号:3943-97-3), molecular formula C10H10O3, molecular weight 178.185, melting point 144-145°C, boiling point 306.6±17.0 °C, density 1.2±0.1 g/cm³. For research-use only, not for medical or clinical usage.


 Names

This table lists Chinese names, IUPAC names and various aliases of this chemical substance.

Name Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate
Synonym More Synonyms

 Methyl p-coumarate Biological Activity

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Description Methyl p-coumarate (Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate), an esterified derivative of p-Coumaric acid (pCA), is isolated from the flower of Trixis michuacana var longifolia. Methyl p-coumarate could inhibit the melanin formation in B16 mouse melanoma cells. Methyl p-coumarate also has strong in vitro inhibitory effect on A. alternata and other pathogens[1][2].
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References

[1]. Kubo I, et, al. Methyl p-coumarate, a melanin formation inhibitor in B16 mouse melanoma cells. Bioorg Med Chem. 2004 Oct 15;12(20):5349-54.

[2]. Yuan S, et, al. Defense Responses, Induced by p-Coumaric Acid and Methyl p-Coumarate, of Jujube ( Ziziphus jujuba Mill.) Fruit against Black Spot Rot Caused by Alternaria alternate. J Agric Food Chem. 2019 Mar 13;67(10):2801-2810.

 Chemical & Physical Properties

This table shows physicochemical parameters including melting point, boiling point, density, solubility and optical rotation. Missing data is marked as N/A.

Density 1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Boiling Point 306.6±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Melting Point 144-145ºC
Molecular Formula C10H10O3
Molecular Weight 178.185
Flash Point 132.8±13.7 °C
Exact Mass 178.062988
PSA 46.53000
LogP 1.64
Vapour Pressure 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Index of Refraction 1.593
InChIKey NITWSHWHQAQBAW-DAXSKMNVSA-N
SMILES COC(=O)C=Cc1ccc(O)cc1

 MSDS

This table provides MSDS information including hazard classification, first‑aid, fire‑fighting, spill handling, operation and storage instructions.

Material Safety Data Sheet

Section1. Identification of the substance
Product Name: Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate
Synonyms:

Section2. Hazards identification
Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin, and if swallowed.

Section3. Composition/information on ingredients.
Ingredient name:Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate
CAS number:3943-97-3

Section4. First aid measures
Skin contact:Immediately wash skin with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Eye contact:Immediately wash skin with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate
flushing of the eyes by separating the eyelids with fingers. If irritation persists, seek medical
attention.
Inhalation:Remove to fresh air. In severe cases or if symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
Ingestion:Wash out mouth with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.

Section5. Fire fighting measures
In the event of a fire involving this material, alone or in combination with other materials, use dry
powder or carbon dioxide extinguishers. Protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus
should be worn.

Section6. Accidental release measures
Personal precautions: Wear suitable personal protective equipment which performs satisfactorily and meets local/state/national
standards.
Respiratory precaution:Wear approved mask/respirator
Hand precaution:Wear suitable gloves/gauntlets
Skin protection:Wear suitable protective clothing
Eye protection:Wear suitable eye protection
Methods for cleaning up: Mix with sand or similar inert absorbent material, sweep up and keep in a tightly closed container
for disposal. See section 12.
Environmental precautions: Do not allow material to enter drains or water courses.

Section7. Handling and storage
Handling:This product should be handled only by, or under the close supervision of, those properly qualified
in the handling and use of potentially hazardous chemicals, who should take into account the fire,
health and chemical hazard data given on this sheet.
Store in closed vessels, refrigerated.
Storage:

Section8. Exposure Controls / Personal protection
Engineering Controls: Use only in a chemical fume hood.
Personal protective equipment: Wear laboratory clothing, chemical-resistant gloves and safety goggles.
General hydiene measures: Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

Section9. Physical and chemical properties
Appearance:Not specified
Boiling point:No data
No data
Melting point:
Flash point:No data
Density:No data
Molecular formula:C10H10O3
Molecular weight:178.2

Section10. Stability and reactivity
Conditions to avoid: Heat, flames and sparks.
Materials to avoid: Oxidizing agents.
Possible hazardous combustion products: Carbon monoxide.

Section11. Toxicological information
No data.

Section12. Ecological information
No data.

Section13. Disposal consideration
Arrange disposal as special waste, by licensed disposal company, in consultation with local waste
disposal authority, in accordance with national and regional regulations.

Section14. Transportation information
Non-harzardous for air and ground transportation.

Section15. Regulatory information
No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section
302, or have known CAS numbers that exceed the threshold reporting levels established by SARA
Title III, Section 313.


SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A

 Safety Information

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Hazard Codes Xi
HS Code 2918290000

 Synthetic Route

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 Customs

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HS Code 2918290000
Summary HS: 2918290000 other carboxylic acids with phenol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) VAT:17.0% MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

 Synonyms

This table collects all English aliases, systematic names and CAS‑related synonyms of the compound.

2-Propenoic acid, 3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-, methyl ester
p-Hydroxycinnamic acid methyl ester
methyl (2E)-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)prop-2-enoate
Cinnamic acid, p-hydroxy-, methyl ester
EINECS 223-531-1
Methyl 3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acrylate
Methyl-4-hydroxy cinnamate
Methyl (2E)-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acrylate
Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate
MFCD00157167
2-Propenoic acid, 3- (4-hydroxyphenyl)-, methyl ester
methyl trans-p-hydroxycinnamate

 Methyl p-coumarate | FAQ

This section contains frequently‑asked‑questions about this compound, including basic parameters, properties, storage conditions and corresponding answers.

Q: What English synonyms does Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate have?
A: English synonyms of Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate: 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-, methyl ester, p-Hydroxycinnamic acid methyl ester, methyl (2E)-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)prop-2-enoate, Cinnamic acid, p-hydroxy-, methyl ester, EINECS 223-531-1, Methyl 3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acrylate, Methyl-4-hydroxy cinnamate, Methyl (2E)-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acrylate, Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate, MFCD00157167, 2-Propenoic acid, 3- (4-hydroxyphenyl)-, methyl ester, methyl trans-p-hydroxycinnamate.
Q: What is the InChIKey of Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate?
A: InChIKey of Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate is NITWSHWHQAQBAW-DAXSKMNVSA-N.
Q: What is the LogP of Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate?
A: LogP of Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate is 1.64.
Q: What is the English name of Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate?
A: The English name of Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate is Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate.
Q: What are the uses of Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate?
A: Main uses of Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate: Methyl p-coumarate (Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate), an esterified derivative of p-Coumaric acid (pCA), is isolated from the flower of Trixis michuacana var longifolia. Methyl p-coumarate could inhibit the melanin formation in B16 mouse melanoma cells. Methyl p-coumarate also has strong in vitro inhibitory effect on A. alternata and other pathogens[1][2].
Q: What are the downstream products of Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate?
A: Related downstream products(CAS) of Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate: 107019-92-1;501-98-4;501-97-3;20649-40-5;103-26-4;123-08-0;99-76-3;2373-79-7;62718-63-2;5597-50-2.
Q: What is the polar surface area (PSA) of Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate?
A: Polar surface area (PSA) of Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate is 46.53000.
Q: What is the boiling point of Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate?
A: Boiling point of Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate is 306.6±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg.
Q: What is the molecular formula of Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate?
A: Molecular formula of Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate is C10H10O3.
Q: What is the molecular weight of Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate?
A: Molecular weight of Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate is 178.185.

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