Cinnamic Acids

4-Hydroxy-3-nitrocinnamic acid is a monophenolic compound that contains a reactive residue. It has been shown to have antibacterial and biological properties, which may be due to its ability to inhibit the growth of bacteria. 4-Hydroxy-3-nitrocinnamic acid has also been shown to be an antibiotic, although it is not categorized as one. 4-Hydroxycinnamic acid is a metabolite of this compound, which can be formed in the liver through oxidation by cytochrome P450 enzymes.

Sinapyl alcohol analytical standard provided with chromatographic purity, to be used as reference material for qualitative determination.

3,4,5-Trimethoxycinnamic acid (TMC) is a hydroxycinnamic acid that is an intermediate in the synthesis of protocatechuic acid. TMC has been found to have an inhibitory effect on the matrix metalloproteinase activity in the cerebellar granule cells and may be useful for treating allergic reactions. It also has anti-inflammatory properties and can be used as a replacement for sodium carbonate in certain industrial processes. TMC also has been shown to have GABA-ergic effects, increasing locomotor activity and reducing anxiety. TMC can also be used as a Chinese herb for the treatment of ganoderma lucidum.