2-Methyl-2-phenylpropanoic acid
Also known as: 2-Methyl-2-phenylpropionic acid, 2-Phenylisobutyric acid, alpha,alpha-Dimethylphenylacetic acid, 2,2-Dimethylphenylacetic acid, Dimethylbenzeneacetic acid, α,α-Dimethylbenzeneacetic acid
2-Methyl-2-phenylpropanoic acid (CAS 826-55-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12O2 and a molecular weight of 164.201 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 80-82°C, a boiling point of 270.5±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 167.7±13.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 826-55-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-10251-2
- Molecular Formula
- C10H12O2
- Molecular Weight
- 164.201 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 80-82°C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 270.5±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 167.7±13.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 164.083725 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 2.20 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.525 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Methyl-2-phenylpropanoic acid?
The CAS number of 2-Methyl-2-phenylpropanoic acid is 826-55-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methyl-2-phenylpropanoic acid?
2-Methyl-2-phenylpropanoic acid has molecular formula C10H12O2 and molecular weight 164.201 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methyl-2-phenylpropanoic acid?
For 2-Methyl-2-phenylpropanoic acid, Upstream Products: 2-Methyl-2-phenylpropanenitrile, α-methylstyrene, Methacrylic acid; Downstream Products: 2-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-methylpropanoic acid, 2-Phenyl-2-propanol, Ethyl 2,2-dimethylphenylacetate.
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