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trans-4-Methoxycinnamic acid, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Esters derived from trans-4-methoxycinnamic acid are effective absorbers of UV radiation. The starting material was trans-4-methoxycinnamic acid and 3,5dimethoxybenzoic acid methyl ester in isolated avenanthramide alkaloids synthsis. trans-4-Methoxycinnamic acid was converted into its acid chloride (yield 98%) with thionyl chloride. Employed in organic synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates, synthetic anti-adrenergic drugs esmolol, cosmetics ultraviolet absorption.
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Esters derived from trans-4-methoxycinnamic acid are effective absorbers of UV radiation. The starting material was trans-4-methoxycinnamic acid and 3,5dimethoxybenzoic acid methyl ester in isolated avenanthramide alkaloids synthsis. trans-4-Methoxycinnamic acid was converted into its acid chloride (yield 98%) with thionyl chloride. Employed in organic synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates, synthetic anti-adrenergic drugs esmolol, cosmetics ultraviolet absorption.
Solubility
Soluble in ethanol, ethyl acetate and other organic solvents.
Notes
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store away from strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 171°C to 175°C |
| Quantity | 50 g |
| Beilstein | 510468 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in ethanol,ethyl acetate and other organic solvents. |
| Formula Weight | 178.19 |
| Percent Purity | 98% |
| Chemical Name or Material | trans-4-Methoxycinnamic acid |
Certificates
Certificates
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| Lot Number | Certificate Type | Date | Catalog Number |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10194202 | Certificate of Analysis | 22/11/2021 | A13870.18,A13870.30,A13870.09 |
| 10034166 | Certificate of Analysis | 22/11/2021 | A13870.18,A13870.30,A13870.09 |
| 10137632 | Certificate of Analysis | 22/11/2021 | A13870.18,A13870.30,A13870.09 |
| 10179420 | Certificate of Analysis | 22/11/2021 | A13870.18,A13870.30,A13870.09 |
| 10234949 | Certificate of Analysis | 22/11/2021 | A13870.18,A13870.30,A13870.09 |
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