Description

trans-3-Ethoxycinnamic Acid is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the cinnamic acid derivative family. It serves as a versatile and valuable pharmaceutical intermediate and fine chemical building block for synthesizing more complex molecules. This product is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where precise chemical structure and purity are critical for downstream applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a cinnamic acid backbone.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in various organic reactions, including coupling reactions, esterifications, and amide formations, to create novel compounds for research.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a precursor in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of organic electronic materials due to its conjugated system and functional groups.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient Synthesis: Used as an intermediate in the production of certain aromatic compounds.
• UV Absorber & Polymer Additive Research: Investigated for use in creating polymers with enhanced light-stability properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-3-Ethoxycinnamic Acid
CAS No.	103986-73-8
Molecular Formula	C11H12O3
Molecular Weight	192.21 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-3-Ethoxycinnamic Acid; trans-3-Ethoxycinnamic Acid; (2E)-3-(3-Ethoxyphenyl)prop-2-enoic Acid; 3-Ethoxycinnamic Acid; 3-Ethoxy-trans-cinnamic Acid; (E)-3-(3-Ethoxyphenyl)acrylic Acid; 3-Ethoxybenzeneacrylic Acid; 3-EOCA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of trans-3-Ethoxycinnamic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the high standards required for intermediate and research use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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