4-Methoxybenzilic acid

4-甲氧基二苯基乙醇酸

Also known as: Hydroxy(4-methoxyphenyl)phenylacetic acid, 2-hydroxy-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)-2-phenylacetic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, α-hydroxy-4-methoxy-α-phenyl-, 4-Methoxybenzilsaeure, 4'-Methoxybenzilic Acid

4-Methoxybenzilic acid (CAS 4237-50-7) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H14O4 and a molecular weight of 258.26900 g/mol. It is also known as Hydroxy(4-methoxyphenyl)phenylacetic acid, 2-hydroxy-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)-2-phenylacetic acid and Benzeneacetic acid, α-hydroxy-4-methoxy-α-phenyl-. Key properties include a boiling point of 448.5ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.276g/cm3 and a flash point of 169.9ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
4237-50-7
Jingsj CID
J-1154969-5
Molecular Formula
C15H14O4
Chinese Name
4-甲氧基二苯基乙醇酸
Molecular Weight
258.26900 g/mol
Category
Solvents
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point448.5ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.276g/cm3
Flash Point169.9ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Methoxybenzilic acid?

The CAS number of 4-Methoxybenzilic acid is 4237-50-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methoxybenzilic acid?

4-Methoxybenzilic acid has molecular formula C15H14O4 and molecular weight 258.26900 g/mol.

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