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3-(2-Methoxyphenyl)-2-phenylacrylic acid

Also known as: (E)-3-(2-Methoxyphenyl)-2-phenyl-2-propenoic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, α-[(2-methoxyphenyl)methylene]-, (αE)-, 2-Phenyl-3t-(2-methoxy-phenyl)-acrylsaeure, E-2-phenyl-3-(2'-methoxyphenyl)propenoic acid, E-3-(o-methoxyphenyl)-2-phenyl propenoic acid

3-(2-Methoxyphenyl)-2-phenylacrylic acid (CAS 20890-72-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H14O3 and a molecular weight of 254.28100 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 187-189ºC, a boiling point of 374.2ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.204g/cm3 and a flash point of 135.9ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
20890-72-6
Jingsj CID
J-1018157-4
Molecular Formula
C16H14O3
Molecular Weight
254.28100 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point187-189ºC
Boiling Point374.2ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.204g/cm3
Flash Point135.9ºC
Exact Mass254.09400
PSA46.53000
LogP3.32040
Vapor Pressure2.91E-06mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.63

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918990090
Summary2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-(2-Methoxyphenyl)-2-phenylacrylic acid?

The CAS number of 3-(2-Methoxyphenyl)-2-phenylacrylic acid is 20890-72-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-(2-Methoxyphenyl)-2-phenylacrylic acid?

3-(2-Methoxyphenyl)-2-phenylacrylic acid has molecular formula C16H14O3 and molecular weight 254.28100 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-(2-Methoxyphenyl)-2-phenylacrylic acid?

For 3-(2-Methoxyphenyl)-2-phenylacrylic acid, Upstream Products: 2-Methoxybenzaldehyde, 3-phenyl-2H-chromen-2-one, Dimethyl sulfate; Downstream Products: Methyl (E)-3-(2-methoxyphenyl)-2-phenylacrylate, 2-Styrylbenzenol.

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