4-Hydroxy-3-methoxycinnamic acid (Ferulic acid), tan powder

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Synonyms: NSC 51986Coniferic acidNSC 2821NSC 6743203-(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)acrylic acidFerulic acid

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4-Hydroxy-3-methoxycinnamic acid (Ferulic acid), tan powder
4-Hydroxy-3-methoxycinnamic acid (Ferulic acid)

Ferulic acid is a chemopreventive caffeic acid analogue. Ferulic acid is an inhibitor of 5-LO (5-lipoxygenase) and 12-LO (12-lipoxygenase).


Ferulic acid is an antioxidant which neutralizes free radicals (superoxide, nitric oxide and hydroxyl radical) which could cause oxidative damage of cell membranes and DNA.


Soluble in hot water. (Lit.)

Formula: C₁₀H₁₀O₄
MW: 194.18 g/mol
Melting Pt: 168…175 °C
Storage Temperature: Ambient
CAS Number: 1135-24-6

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