Molecular Formula:C₉H₇NO₄
Molar mass:193.15618g/mol
Structure of 4-Nitrocinnamic acid(619-89-6):
              
Synonyms of 4-Nitrocinnamic acid(619-89-6):p-Nitrocinnamic acid;(E)-p-Nitrocinnamic acid;3-(4-Nitrophenyl)propenoic acid;trans-4-Nitrocinnmic acid;Cinnamic acid, p-nitro-;3-(4-Nitrophenyl)acrylic acid
Density:1.411 g/cm³                   
Flash Point:153.9 °C        
Boiling Point:346 °C at 760 mmHg   
Index of Refraction:1.655                       
Vapour Pressure:2.24E-05 mmHg at 25°C
Melting point:289°C(lit.)
Water solubility:insoluble
Appearance:Off-white to belige powder

4-Nitrocinnamic acid(619-89-6) can be used as intermediates of organic synthesis.

1.		mmo-sat 5 µg/plate		MUREAV    Mutation Research. 170 (1986),11.
2.		mma-sat 10 µg/plate		MUREAV    Mutation Research. 188 (1987),267.
3.		dnr-bcs 500 µg/disc		MUREAV    Mutation Research. 170 (1986),11.
4.		ipr-mus LD: >250 mg/kg		IJSIDW    Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences. (Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Kalina, Santa Cruz 49 (1987),77.

5.  Carcinogenicity:4-Nitrocinnamic acid(619-89-6)- Not listed as a carcinogen by  NTP, IARC,ACGIH, or CA Prop 65. 
Other:You can see actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory.

Poison by intraperitoneal route. Mutation data reported. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic vapors of NO_x.
Hazard Codes:Xi
Risk Statements:
36:  Irritating to the eyes
37:  Irritating to the respiratory system
38:  Irritating to the skin 
Safety Statements:
22:  Do not breathe dust
24:  Avoid contact with skin
25:  Avoid contact with eyes

Stability and Reactivity of 4-Nitrocinnamic acid(619-89-6):
Conditions to Avoid:Strong oxidants. 
Chemical Stability:Stable under normal pressures and temperatures. 
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides,carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, nitrogen, irritating and toxic fumes and gases.