Description

2-Carboxycinnamic Acid is a versatile aromatic dicarboxylic acid derivative that serves as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a cinnamic acid moiety, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications ranging from drug discovery to polymer synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with anti-inflammatory or other biological activities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its reactive functional groups.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation processes.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polyesters and polyamides with unique properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial research for constructing heterocyclic compounds, dyes, and other fine chemicals.
• Bioconjugation and Linker Chemistry: Useful in biotech applications for creating linkers between biomolecules and other functional entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Carboxycinnamic Acid
CAS No.	612-40-8
Molecular Formula	C10H8O4
Molecular Weight	192.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Carboxycinnamic Acid; 2-Carboxy-cinnamic acid; 3-(2-Carboxyphenyl)acrylic Acid; 2-Carboxyphenylacrylic Acid; o-Carboxycinnamic Acid; (2-Carboxyphenyl)propenoic Acid; 2-Carboxybenzeneacrylic Acid; Cinnamic acid, 2-carboxy-
EINECS	210-289-8

Quality Control

Our 2-Carboxycinnamic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting the specific results for your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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