3-methyl-3-(4-methylphenyl)butanoic acid
Also known as: 3-Methyl-3-p-tolyl-butyric acid, 3-Methyl-3-p-tolylbutanoic acid, 3-Methyl-3-(4-methylphenyl)butyric acid, Benzenepropanoic acid, β,β,4-trimethyl-, 3-Methyl-3-(p-tolyl)butanoic acid
3-methyl-3-(4-methylphenyl)butanoic acid (CAS 42288-08-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H16O2 and a molecular weight of 192.25400 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 75ºC, a boiling point of 306.5ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.047g/cm3 and a flash point of 203.6ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 42288-08-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-1092724-9
- Molecular Formula
- C12H16O2
- Molecular Weight
- 192.25400 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 75ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 306.5ºC at 760mmHg |
| Density | 1.047g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 203.6ºC |
| Exact Mass | 192.11500 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 2.74730 |
| Refractive Index | 1.518 |
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 3-methyl-3-(4-methylphenyl)butanoic acid?
The CAS number of 3-methyl-3-(4-methylphenyl)butanoic acid is 42288-08-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-methyl-3-(4-methylphenyl)butanoic acid?
3-methyl-3-(4-methylphenyl)butanoic acid has molecular formula C12H16O2 and molecular weight 192.25400 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-methyl-3-(4-methylphenyl)butanoic acid?
For 3-methyl-3-(4-methylphenyl)butanoic acid, Upstream Products: 4-Methyl-4(p-tolyl)-2-pentanone, 2,2-Dimethyl-5-(1-methylethylidene)-1,3-dioxane-4,6-dione, 3-Methyl-2-butenoic acid.
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