Cinnamic acid

Cas 621-82-9

Cinnamic acid Cas 621-82-9

Chemical Properties Of Cinnamic acid Cas 621-82-9

Cinnamic acid (β-cinnamic acid) is an unsaturated aromatic carboxylic acid containing a benzene ring. Its molecular formula is C₉H₈O₂ (structural formula C₆H₅CH=CHCOOH), with a molecular weight of 148.16. It primarily exists as a trans isomer and appears as white monoclinic prisms. with a faint cinnamon-like aroma. It is an organic acid naturally found in cinnamon bark and benzoin, and serves as an important synthetic intermediate in the fine chemicals industry. It is widely used in the pharmaceutical, fragrance, food additive, plastic, and photoresist resin sectors.

Product Description Of Cinnamic acid Cas 621-82-9

ItemSpecification
Melting point133–136 °C (trans)
Boiling Point300 °C (lit.)
Density1.2475–1.248 g/cm³
Flash point189–190 °C
Vapor pressure<0.01 mmHg (25 °C)
Refractive index1.616
SolubilitySoluble in ethanol, methanol, petroleum ether, and chloroform; readily soluble in benzene, diethyl ether, acetone, glacial acetic acid, carbon disulfide, and oils; insoluble in water
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Product Application Of Cinnamic acid Cas 621-82-9

  1. Fragrance & Essence Industry: Cinnamic acid is used to formulate cinnamon, floral-fruity and spice flavors. Widely applied in food, tobacco and daily chemical fragrances, it delivers excellent fragrance fixation with mild and long-lasting aroma.
  2. Food Antiseptic and Preservation: It is a natural food preservative and bacteriostatic agent that inhibits molds and yeasts. Used for the preservation of pastries, beverages and condiments, featuring safety and non-toxicity.
  3. Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Trans cinnamic acid is used for the synthesis of coronary heart disease drugs, anti-inflammatory drugs, anthelmintics and local anesthetics. It is also an important raw material for the production of tretinoin-type drugs.
  4. Cosmetics & Skin Care: As an alpha hydroxy acid ingredient, it promotes keratin metabolism, brightens skin tone and provides antioxidant effects. It is applied in whitening, acne-removing and anti-aging skincare formulations.
  5. Fine Chemical Industry: Trans cinnamic acid is used in the synthesis of photosensitive resins, photosensitizers, electroplating brighteners and plastic heat stabilizers. It also serves as an intermediate for addition and polymerization in organic synthesis.
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