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3-Oxo-3-phenylpropanoic acid

Also known as: Benzoylacetic acid, 3-Oxo-3-phenylpropionic acid, β-Oxobenzenepropanoic acid, Benzenepropanoic acid, β-oxo-, Acetic acid, benzoyl-, 3-Phenyl-3-oxopropionic acid, Acetophenone-2-carboxylic acid, α-Ketohydrocinnamic acid, NSC 97769, MFCD00004296, EINECS 204-556-7

3-Oxo-3-phenylpropanoic acid (CAS 614-20-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H8O3 and a molecular weight of 164.158 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 98-100ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 349.1±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 179.1±19.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
614-20-0
Jingsj CID
J-1010656-6
Molecular Formula
C9H8O3
Molecular Weight
164.158 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point98-100ºC(lit.)
Boiling Point349.1±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point179.1±19.7 °C
Exact Mass164.047348
PSA54.37000
LogP1.19
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.556

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918300090
Summary2918300090 other carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Oxo-3-phenylpropanoic acid?

The CAS number of 3-Oxo-3-phenylpropanoic acid is 614-20-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Oxo-3-phenylpropanoic acid?

3-Oxo-3-phenylpropanoic acid has molecular formula C9H8O3 and molecular weight 164.158 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Oxo-3-phenylpropanoic acid?

For 3-Oxo-3-phenylpropanoic acid, Upstream Products: Ethyl benzoylacetate, Bis(trimethylsilyl) malonate, Benzoyl chloride; Downstream Products: 3-Hydroxy-3-phenylpropanoic acid, 3-Phenylpropionic acid, 3-Phenylpropan-1-ol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "3-Oxo-3-phenylpropanoic acid (CAS 614-20-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1010656-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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