Description

Barium Cinnamate is the barium salt of cinnamic acid, a white to off-white crystalline powder with the CAS number 23588-87-6. This compound serves as a key intermediate and specialty chemical in advanced material synthesis and industrial processes. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the polymer, fine chemical, and specialty catalyst sectors.

Application

• Polymer Stabilizer and Additive: Acts as a heat stabilizer and co-stabilizer in PVC and other halogenated polymer formulations.
• Crosslinking Agent: Used in the production of specialty resins and elastomers to modify polymer network properties.
• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing barium-based catalysts used in organic synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the multi-step synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fragrances.
• Corrosion Inhibitor: Incorporated into coatings and functional fluids for metal surface protection.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial labs for developing new materials and studying reaction mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	Barium Cinnamate
CAS No.	23588-87-6
Molecular Formula	C18H14BaO4
Molecular Weight	443.70 g/mol
Synonyms	Barium cinnamate; Barium dicinnamate; Cinnamic acid, barium salt; Barium (E)-3-phenylacrylate; Bistrans-cinnamate barium; Barium (E)-cinnamate; Barium phenylacrylate; Barium (E)-3-phenyl-2-propenoate
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Quality Control

Our Barium Cinnamate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, heavy metal content, and loss on drying. Specifications can be aligned with customer requirements for industrial or research-grade material.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking and degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Barium Cinnamate)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Solubility	Sparingly soluble in water; soluble in organic solvents

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