Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of (2E)-3-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)acrylic acid (CAS: 7400-08-0)?
Answer
(2E)-3-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)acrylic acid (CAS: 7400-08-0) is widely utilized in pharmaceuticals for drug development, including antihistamines and anti-inflammatory agents. It also serves as a key component in industrial processes for creating polymers, coatings, and UV absorbers. In research, it functions as a building block for synthesizing other organic compounds and is relevant in studies involving chemical reactivity and functional group modifications.
About
CAS No
7400-08-0
English Name
(2E)-3-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)acrylic acid
Molecular Formula
C9H8O3
Molecular Weight
164.16 g/mol
SMILES
C1=C(C=CC(=C1)O)C=CC(O)=O
InChIKey
NGSWKAQJJWESNS-ZZXKWVIFSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
