Description

trans-2,3-Dimethoxycinnamic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically derived cinnamic acid derivative characterized by its specific methoxy-substituted aromatic structure. This compound serves as a versatile and critical pharmaceutical intermediate and organic building block for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and inflammatory pathways.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in coupling reactions, such as Heck or Suzuki reactions, to construct complex molecular architectures for research and development.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a precursor in developing new plant growth regulators or protective agents with enhanced activity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, including flavors, fragrances, and advanced polymers.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in studying enzyme inhibition and metabolic pathways.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or additive in the development of organic electronic materials or liquid crystals.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-2,3-Dimethoxycinnamic Acid
CAS No.	7345-82-6
Molecular Formula	C11H12O4
Molecular Weight	208.21 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-3-(2,3-Dimethoxyphenyl)acrylic Acid; 2,3-Dimethoxycinnamic Acid; trans-3-(2,3-Dimethoxyphenyl)-2-propenoic Acid; (E)-2,3-Dimethoxycinnamic Acid; 3-(2,3-Dimethoxyphenyl)propenoic Acid; Cinnamic Acid, 2,3-dimethoxy-; (E)-3-(2,3-Dimethoxy-phenyl)acrylic acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of trans-2,3-Dimethoxycinnamic Acid is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail purity, identity, and impurity profiles, ensuring traceability and compliance with your project specifications. Our standard quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, and we can support custom purity requirements from laboratory to commercial scale.

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). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	158°C - 162°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.