2-hydroxy-2-(4-phenylphenyl)acetic acid

Also known as: [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-aceticacid, alpha-hydroxy-, 4-phenylmandelic acid, p-Phenylmandelic acid, 2-hydroxy-2-(4-biphenylyl)acetic acid

2-hydroxy-2-(4-phenylphenyl)acetic acid (CAS 450-52-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H12O3 and a molecular weight of 228.24300 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 440.5ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.265g/cm3 and a flash point of 234.3ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 450-52-2
Jingsj CID: J-1083399-5
Molecular Formula: C₁₄H₁₂O₃
Molecular Weight: 228.24300 g/mol
Category: Organic Acids
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	440.5ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.265g/cm3
Flash Point	234.3ºC
Exact Mass	228.07900
PSA	57.53000
LogP	2.47160
Vapor Pressure	1.55E-08mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.621

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2918199090
Summary	2918199090 other carboxylic acids with alcohol 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 2-hydroxy-2-(4-phenylphenyl)acetic acid?

The CAS number of 2-hydroxy-2-(4-phenylphenyl)acetic acid is 450-52-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-hydroxy-2-(4-phenylphenyl)acetic acid?

2-hydroxy-2-(4-phenylphenyl)acetic acid has molecular formula C14H12O3 and molecular weight 228.24300 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-hydroxy-2-(4-phenylphenyl)acetic acid?

For 2-hydroxy-2-(4-phenylphenyl)acetic acid, Upstream Products: 4-Chloromandelic acid, Phenylboronic acid, 4-Bromomandelic acid; Downstream Products: 4-Biphenylacetic acid.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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