Description

4-Cyanocinnamic Acid is a high-purity organic building block featuring a cinnamic acid backbone with a cyano functional group. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in synthesizing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material research. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D for active ingredient synthesis, agrochemical manufacturing, and organic electronics for light-emitting materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of tyrosine kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a building block for electron-transport or emissive layer materials.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Incorporated into monomers for high-performance polymers and liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Fluorescent Probe & Dye Manufacturing: Utilized in the development of fluorescent markers and sensors for biochemical assays.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A fundamental reagent in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Cyanocinnamic Acid
CAS No.	18664-39-6
Molecular Formula	C10H7NO2
Molecular Weight	173.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-3-(4-Cyanophenyl)acrylic Acid; trans-4-Cyanocinnamic Acid; 4-Cyano-trans-cinnamic Acid; p-Cyanocinnamic Acid; 3-(4-Cyanophenyl)-2-propenoic Acid; 4-Cyanobenzalacetic Acid; Cinnamic acid, 4-cyano-; Kyselina 4-kyankinnamova
EINECS	242-476-9

Quality Control

Our 4-Cyanocinnamic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	255 - 260 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.