4-(2-Methylphenyl)butanoic acid
Also known as: 4-(2-methylphenyl)butanoic acid, 4-(o-Tolyl)butanoic acid, 4-O-TOLYL-BUTYRIC ACID, 2-Methyl-benzenebutanoic acid, Benzenebutanoic acid, 2-methyl-, O-methylphenylbutyric acid, 4-o-Tolyl-buttersaeure
4-(2-Methylphenyl)butanoic acid (CAS 6943-79-9) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H14O2 and a molecular weight of 178.228 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 310.9±11.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 208.0±14.4 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 6943-79-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-1165280-5
- Molecular Formula
- C11H14O2
- Molecular Weight
- 178.228 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 310.9±11.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 208.0±14.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 178.099380 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 2.88 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.532 |
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 4-(2-Methylphenyl)butanoic acid?
The CAS number of 4-(2-Methylphenyl)butanoic acid is 6943-79-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-(2-Methylphenyl)butanoic acid?
4-(2-Methylphenyl)butanoic acid has molecular formula C11H14O2 and molecular weight 178.228 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-(2-Methylphenyl)butanoic acid?
For 4-(2-Methylphenyl)butanoic acid, Upstream Products: (2-Carboxyethyl)triphenylphosphonium chloride, 3-Chlorotoluene, 4-(2-methylphenyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid; Downstream Products: 5-METHYLTETRALIN, 5-Methyl-1-tetralone.
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