SKU: S1024

Alpha methyl cinnamic acid | 1199-77-5 | Sarchem Labs

SKU: S1024

Description

MDL MFCD00002652
Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation.
Harmonized Tariff Code 2916.39

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GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements

Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) or not covered by GHS

GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS). For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

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FAQs: Alpha methyl cinnamic acid

Alpha-methyl cinnamic acid is an aromatic unsaturated carboxylic acid, known for its distinctive cinnamic odor and structural similarity to cinnamic acid with a methyl group at the alpha position.

It is used in flavor and fragrance synthesis, organic intermediates, and pharmaceuticals, especially in the production of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and agrochemical agents.

It appears as a white to off-white crystalline solid, with a melting point around 58–60°C, and is insoluble in water but soluble in most organic solvents like ethanol and ether.

Yes, it is a valuable synthetic intermediate in pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of analgesic and anti-inflammatory compounds and selective enzyme inhibitors.

The presence of a methyl group at the alpha position increases its hydrophobicity and chemical stability, impacting its reactivity and suitability in various chemical synthesis applications.