140-10-3 | trans-Cinnamic acid

Packsize	Purity	Availability	Price	Discounted Price
10g	98%	in stock	$6.00	$4.00
25g	98%	in stock	$12.00	$9.00
100g	98%	in stock	$20.00	$14.00
500g	98%	in stock	$24.00	$17.00
10kg	≥ 99% (Assay)	in stock	$453.00	$317.00
25kg	≥ 99% (Assay)	in stock	$1,035.00	$725.00

Description

• Catalog Number: AA61899
• Chemical Name: trans-Cinnamic acid
• CAS Number: 140-10-3
• Molecular Formula: C9H8O2
• Molecular Weight: 148.1586
• MDL Number: MFCD00004369
• SMILES: OC(=O)/C=C/c1ccccc1

Computed Properties

• Complexity: 155
• Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
• Defined Bond Stereocenter Count: 1
• Heavy Atom Count: 11
• Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 2
• Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 1
• Rotatable Bond Count: 2
• XLogP3: 2.1

Upstream Synthesis Route

trans-Cinnamic acid, a naturally occurring compound found in cinnamon and other plant sources, serves as a versatile building block in chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure includes a double bond in the trans configuration, giving it unique reactivity and properties. One key application of trans-Cinnamic acid in chemical synthesis is in the production of various derivatives and compounds, such as cinnamaldehyde, benzaldehyde, and related aromatic compounds. This compound's ability to undergo various reactions, such as hydrogenation, oxidation, and Wittig reactions, makes it valuable for the formation of diverse products with different functionalities and applications in organic chemistry. Additionally, trans-Cinnamic acid can be used as a precursor in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, fragrances, and flavoring compounds, highlighting its significance in the field of synthetic chemistry.