p-Coumaric acid

Synonym: 501-98-4; 4-Hydroxycinnamic acid; 4-Coumaric acid; Trans-4-hydroxycinnamic acid; 3-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)acrylic acid; Hydroxycinnamic acid; Naringeninic acid; Trans-4-coumaric acid; 4'-Hydroxycinnamic acid

MDL: MFCD00004399
CAS Number: 501-98-4
Compound CID: 637542

Product Size

20 mg; 50 mg; 100 mg; 200 mg

Price

Datasheet

Datasheet

MSDS

MSDS

Properties

Description

p-Coumaric acid is a hydroxy derivative of cinnamic acid that is reported to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial activity.

Molecular Formula

C₉H₈O₃

Source

Fagopyrum cymosum Meisn.

Form

White needle crystal

Purity

>98%, determined by HPLC.

Solubility

It is soluble in hot ether and hot ethanol, slightly soluble in benzene, insoluble in petroleum ether and water.

Identity

Confirmed by NMR and MS.

Melting Point

218-221°C

Applications

p-Coumaric acid can be used for antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial activity experiments, etc.

Safety Information

Personal Protective Equipment

Gloves, eyeshields, N95 mask