Methyl p-coumarate (Synonyms: Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate)

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Methyl p-coumarate (Methyl 4-hydroxycinnamate), an orally active esterified derivative of p-Coumaric acid (pCA), can be isolated from the flower of Trixis michuacana var longifolia. Methyl p-coumarate could inhibit the melanin formation in B16 mouse melanoma cells. Methyl p-coumarate also has strong in vitro inhibitory effect on A. alternata and other pathogens.

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Methyl p-coumarate Chemical Structure

CAS No. : 3943-97-3

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Description

Cellular Effect

Cell Line	Type	Value	Description	References
3T3-L1	IC₅₀	118.8 μM Compound: 4	Antiadipogenic activity in mouse 3T3L1 cells assessed as differentiation of preadipocytes to adipocytes after 8 days by spectrophotometry Antiadipogenic activity in mouse 3T3L1 cells assessed as differentiation of preadipocytes to adipocytes after 8 days by spectrophotometry	[PMID: 23628332]
A549	IC₅₀	322.92 μM Compound: pcm	Cytotoxicity against human A549 cells assessed as reduction in cell viability after 72 hrs by MTT assay Cytotoxicity against human A549 cells assessed as reduction in cell viability after 72 hrs by MTT assay	[PMID: 30615450]
HaCaT	IC₅₀	311.22 μM Compound: pcm	Cytotoxicity against human HaCaT cells assessed as reduction in cell viability after 72 hrs by MTT assay Cytotoxicity against human HaCaT cells assessed as reduction in cell viability after 72 hrs by MTT assay	[PMID: 30615450]
HeLa	IC₅₀	> 150 μM Compound: pcm	Cytotoxicity against human HeLa cells assessed as reduction in cell viability after 72 hrs by MTT assay Cytotoxicity against human HeLa cells assessed as reduction in cell viability after 72 hrs by MTT assay	[PMID: 30615450]
HT-1080	ED₅₀	> 100 μM Compound: 16	Antiproliferative activity against human HT1080 cells by MTT assay Antiproliferative activity against human HT1080 cells by MTT assay	[PMID: 11277741]
KB	IC₅₀	123.1 μM Compound: 1b	Antitumor activity against KB cells by MTT assay Antitumor activity against KB cells by MTT assay	[PMID: 17387015]
MCF7	IC₅₀	> 400 μM Compound: pcm	Cytotoxicity against human MCF7 cells assessed as reduction in cell viability after 72 hrs by MTT assay Cytotoxicity against human MCF7 cells assessed as reduction in cell viability after 72 hrs by MTT assay	[PMID: 30615450]
NCI-H460	IC₅₀	120.01 μM Compound: pcm	Cytotoxicity against human NCI-H460 cells assessed as reduction in cell viability after 72 hrs by MTT assay Cytotoxicity against human NCI-H460 cells assessed as reduction in cell viability after 72 hrs by MTT assay	[PMID: 30615450]
NCI-H661	IC₅₀	289.21 μM Compound: pcm	Cytotoxicity against human NCI-H661 cells assessed as reduction in cell viability after 72 hrs by MTT assay Cytotoxicity against human NCI-H661 cells assessed as reduction in cell viability after 72 hrs by MTT assay	[PMID: 30615450]
RAW264.7	GI₅₀	609 μM Compound: 2a	Cytotoxicity against mouse RAW264.7 cells assessed as growth inhibition after 48 hrs by trypan blue assay Cytotoxicity against mouse RAW264.7 cells assessed as growth inhibition after 48 hrs by trypan blue assay	10.1039/C3MD00251A
SiHa	IC₅₀	> 150 μM Compound: pcm	Cytotoxicity against human SiHa cells assessed as reduction in cell viability after 72 hrs by MTT assay Cytotoxicity against human SiHa cells assessed as reduction in cell viability after 72 hrs by MTT assay	[PMID: 30615450]

In Vitro

Methyl p-coumarate (10 μM) inhibits melanin formation in B16 mouse melanoma cells^[1].
Methyl p-coumarate (200 μg/mL) shows antifungal activity against A. alternata, and inhibits Alternaria rot in jujube fruit^[2].
Methyl p-coumarate (0-100 μM, 1 h) shows anti-inflammatory activity on Phorbol 12-myristate 13-acetate (HY-18739) (10 nM, 18 h)-stimulated A549 cells by suppressing the secretion of IL-6, IL-8, MCP-1, and ICAM-1^[3].
Methyl p-coumarate (0-100 μM, 1 h) inhibits activation of NF-κB/AP-1 in Phorbol 12-myristate 13-acetate (HY-18739) (10 nM, 18 h)-stimulated A549 cells^[3].

MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.

Western Blot Analysis^[3]

Cell Line:	Phorbol 12-myristate 13-acetate (HY-18739) (10 nM, 1 h)-stimulated A549 cells
Concentration:	0-100 μM
Incubation Time:	1 h
Result:	Inhibited PMA-stimulated phosphorylation of IκBα and p65, as well as c-Jun/c-Fos phosphorylation and c-Jun/c-Fos nuclear translocation.

In Vivo

Methyl p-coumarate (5 mg/kg, p.o.) inhibits airway inflammation in Ovalbumins (HY-W250978)-induced mice with allergic asthma^[3].

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Animal Model:	Ovalbumins (HY-W250978)-induced mice with allergic asthma^[3]
Dosage:	5 mg/kg
Administration:	p.o.
Result:	Inhibited the secretion of Th2 cytokines, MCP-1, and IgE. Inhibited eosinophil/macrophage influx. Inhibited immune cell influx and mucus secretion.

Molecular Weight

178.18

Formula

C₁₀H₁₀O₃

CAS No.

3943-97-3

Appearance

Solid

Color

Off-white to light yellow

SMILES

O=C(OC)/C=C/C1=CC=C(O)C=C1

Structure Classification

Initial Source

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Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.

Storage

Powder	-20°C	3 years
	4°C	2 years
In solvent	-80°C	6 months
	-20°C	1 month

Solvent & Solubility

In Vitro:

DMSO : 100 mg/mL (561.23 mM; ultrasonic and warming and heat to 60°C; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)

Preparing
Stock Solutions

Concentration Solvent Mass	1 mg	5 mg	10 mg

1 mM	5.6123 mL	28.0615 mL	56.1230 mL
5 mM	1.1225 mL	5.6123 mL	11.2246 mL
10 mM	0.5612 mL	2.8062 mL	5.6123 mL

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* Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.

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Mass (g) = Concentration (mol/L) × Volume (L) × Molecular Weight (g/mol)

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This equation is commonly abbreviated as: C₁V₁ = C₂V₂

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In Vivo:

Select the appropriate dissolution method based on your experimental animal and administration route.

For the following dissolution methods, please ensure to first prepare a clear stock solution using an In Vitro approach and then sequentially add co-solvents:
To ensure reliable experimental results, the clarified stock solution can be appropriately stored based on storage conditions. As for the working solution for in vivo experiments, it is recommended to prepare freshly and use it on the same day.
The percentages shown for the solvents indicate their volumetric ratio in the final prepared solution. If precipitation or phase separation occurs during preparation, heat and/or sonication can be used to aid dissolution.

Protocol 1

Add each solvent one by one: 10% DMSO 40% PEG300 5% Tween-80 45% Saline
Solubility: 2.5 mg/mL (14.03 mM); Suspended solution; Need ultrasonic

This protocol yields a suspended solution of 2.5 mg/mL. Suspended solution can be used for oral and intraperitoneal injection.
Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (25.0 mg/mL) to 400 μL PEG300, and mix evenly; then add 50 μL Tween-80 and mix evenly; then add 450 μL Saline to adjust the volume to 1 mL.
Preparation of Saline: Dissolve 0.9 g sodium chloride in ddH₂O and dilute to 100 mL to obtain a clear Saline solution.
Protocol 2

Add each solvent one by one: 10% DMSO 90% (20% SBE-β-CD in Saline)
Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (14.03 mM); Clear solution

This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown).
Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (25.0 mg/mL) to 900 μL 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline, and mix evenly.
Preparation of 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline (4°C, storage for one week): 2 g SBE-β-CD powder is dissolved in 10 mL Saline, completely dissolve until clear.
Protocol 3

Add each solvent one by one: 10% DMSO 90% Corn Oil
Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (14.03 mM); Clear solution

This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown). If the continuous dosing period exceeds half a month, please choose this protocol carefully.
Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (25.0 mg/mL) to 900 μL Corn oil, and mix evenly.

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Method for preparing stock solution: mg drug dissolved in μL DMSO (Stock solution concentration: mg/mL).

The concentration of the stock solution you require exceeds the measured solubility. The following solution is for reference only. If necessary, please contact MedChemExpress (MCE).

Method for preparing in vivo working solution for animal experiments: Take μL DMSO stock solution, add μL . μL , mix evenly, next add μL Tween 80, mix evenly, then add μL Saline.

If the continuous dosing period exceeds half a month, please choose this protocol carefully.

Please ensure that the stock solution in the first step is dissolved to a clear state, and add co-solvents in sequence. You can use ultrasonic heating (ultrasonic cleaner, recommended frequency 20-40 kHz), vortexing, etc. to assist dissolution.

Purity & Documentation

Purity: 99.80%

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Data Sheet (273 KB) SDS (393 KB)

COA (244 KB) HNMR (130 KB) RP-HPLC (227 KB) LCMS (97 KB)

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References

[1]. Kubo I, et, al. Methyl p-coumarate, a melanin formation inhibitor in B16 mouse melanoma cells. Bioorg Med Chem. 2004 Oct 15;12(20):5349-54. [Content Brief]

[2]. Yuan S, et, al. Defense Responses, Induced by p-Coumaric Acid and Methyl p-Coumarate, of Jujube ( Ziziphus jujuba Mill.) Fruit against Black Spot Rot Caused by Alternaria alternate. J Agric Food Chem. 2019 Mar 13;67(10):2801-2810. [Content Brief]

[3]. Park JW, et al. Methyl P-Coumarate Ameliorates the Inflammatory Response in Activated-Airway Epithelial Cells and Mice with Allergic Asthma. Int J Mol Sci. 2022 Nov 28;23(23):14909. [Content Brief]

Complete Stock Solution Preparation Table

Optional Solvent	Concentration Solvent Mass	1 mg	5 mg	10 mg	25 mg

DMSO	1 mM	5.6123 mL	28.0615 mL	56.1230 mL	140.3076 mL
	5 mM	1.1225 mL	5.6123 mL	11.2246 mL	28.0615 mL
	10 mM	0.5612 mL	2.8062 mL	5.6123 mL	14.0308 mL
	15 mM	0.3742 mL	1.8708 mL	3.7415 mL	9.3538 mL
	20 mM	0.2806 mL	1.4031 mL	2.8062 mL	7.0154 mL
	25 mM	0.2245 mL	1.1225 mL	2.2449 mL	5.6123 mL
	30 mM	0.1871 mL	0.9354 mL	1.8708 mL	4.6769 mL
	40 mM	0.1403 mL	0.7015 mL	1.4031 mL	3.5077 mL
	50 mM	0.1122 mL	0.5612 mL	1.1225 mL	2.8062 mL
	60 mM	0.0935 mL	0.4677 mL	0.9354 mL	2.3385 mL
	80 mM	0.0702 mL	0.3508 mL	0.7015 mL	1.7538 mL
	100 mM	0.0561 mL	0.2806 mL	0.5612 mL	1.4031 mL

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