4-(Bromomethyl)phenylacetic acid
Also known as: 2-[4-(Bromomethyl)phenyl]acetic acid, 4-(Carboxymethyl)benzyl bromide, p-(Bromomethyl)phenylacetic acid, Br-PAM-linker, PAM acid, 4-(Bromomethyl)phenyl acetic acid, 2-(4-(Bromomethyl)phenyl)acetic acid, 4-Bromomethylphenylacetic acid
4-(Bromomethyl)phenylacetic acid (CAS 13737-36-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H9BrO2 and a molecular weight of 229.071 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 179-183 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 343.1±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 161.3±22.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 13737-36-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-12892-7
- Molecular Formula
- C9H9BrO2
- Molecular Weight
- 229.071 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 179-183 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 343.1±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 161.3±22.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 227.978592 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 2.21 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.599 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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-(Bromomethyl)phenylacetic acid?
The CAS number of 4-(Bromomethyl)phenylacetic acid is 13737-36-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-(Bromomethyl)phenylacetic acid?
4-(Bromomethyl)phenylacetic acid has molecular formula C9H9BrO2 and molecular weight 229.071 g/mol.
Is 4-(Bromomethyl)phenylacetic acid hazardous?
4-(Bromomethyl)phenylacetic acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-(Bromomethyl)phenylacetic acid?
For 4-(Bromomethyl)phenylacetic acid, Upstream Products: 4-Methylphenylacetic acid, Benzoyl peroxide; Downstream Products: Fmoc-(4-aminomethylphenyl)acetic acid, 2-(4-(methoxymethyl)phenyl)acetic acid, methyl 2-(4-formylphenyl)acetate.
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