CAS 30361-30-9

(2E,4Z)-2,4-Hexadienoic acid

Description:

(2E,4Z)-2,4-Hexadienoic acid, also known as sorbic acid, is an unsaturated fatty acid characterized by its two double bonds located at the second and fourth carbon positions of the hexane chain. This compound features a trans configuration at the second double bond and a cis configuration at the fourth, which influences its chemical reactivity and physical properties. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor and is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water. The presence of double bonds contributes to its reactivity, making it susceptible to oxidation and polymerization. (2E,4Z)-2,4-Hexadienoic acid is widely used as a food preservative due to its antimicrobial properties, inhibiting the growth of molds and yeasts. Additionally, it serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of various chemical compounds in the food and cosmetic industries. Its safety profile is generally favorable, but it should be handled with care due to potential irritant effects.

Formula: C₆H₈O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C6H8O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6(7)8/h2-5H,1H3,(H,7,8)/b3-2-,5-4+

InChI key: InChIKey=WSWCOQWTEOXDQX-AWYLAFAOSA-N

SMILES: C(=C/C=C\C)\C(O)=O

Synonyms:

• 2,4-Hexadienoic acid, (E,Z)-
• Sorbic acid, (E,Z)-
• 2,4-Hexadienoic acid, (2E,4Z)-
• (2E,4Z)-2,4-Hexadienoic acid
• trans,cis-Sorbic acid

2,4-Hexadienoic acid, (2E,4Z)-

CAS: 30361-30-9

Formula: C₆H₈O₂

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 112.1265

Ref: IN-DA002ZV1

trans,cis-Sorbic acid

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Applications trans,cis-Sorbic acid has been used in the study of photosensitization of carbon nanotubes and the production of reactive oxygen species by using the sorbic acid as a catalyst in the reaction process.
References Chen, C.Y., et al.: Environ. Sci. Technol., 49, 13835-43 (2015);

Formula: C₆H₈O₂

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 112.13

Ref: TR-S676894

trans,cis-Sorbic acid, potassium salt

Controlled Product

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Formula: C₆H₇KO₂

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 150.217

Ref: TR-S676893