2-(4-Methylbenzoyl)benzoic acid
Also known as: 2-(p-Toluoyl)benzoic acid, 4-Methylbenzophenone-2-carboxylic acid, 2-(4-Toluoyl)benzoic acid, 2-(4-Methylbenzoyl)benzenecarboxylic acid, 4-Methylbenzophenone-2'-carboxylic acid, p-Toluoyl-o-benzoic acid, Benzoic acid, o-(p-toluoyl)-, NSC 11224, 2-Carboxy-4'-methylbenzophenone, 2-[(4-methylphenyl)-oxomethyl]benzoate, ORTHO-(PARA-TOLUOYL)-BENZOIC ACID, MFCD00020287, EINECS 201-614-3
2-(4-Methylbenzoyl)benzoic acid (CAS 85-55-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H12O3 and a molecular weight of 240.254 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 137-139 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 457.1±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 244.4±20.5 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 85-55-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-1324447-8
- Molecular Formula
- C15H12O3
- Molecular Weight
- 240.254 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 137-139 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 457.1±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 244.4±20.5 °C |
| Exact Mass | 240.078644 |
| PSA | 54.37000 |
| LogP | 2.77 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.607 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918300090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918300090 other carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone 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-(4-Methylbenzoyl)benzoic acid?
The CAS number of 2-(4-Methylbenzoyl)benzoic acid is 85-55-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(4-Methylbenzoyl)benzoic acid?
2-(4-Methylbenzoyl)benzoic acid has molecular formula C15H12O3 and molecular weight 240.254 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(4-Methylbenzoyl)benzoic acid?
For 2-(4-Methylbenzoyl)benzoic acid, Upstream Products: Phthalic anhydride, 2-(4-methylphenyl)-2-oxoacetic acid, benzoic acid; Downstream Products: (4-Methylphenyl)-1-(2H)-phthalazinone, 2-Methylanthraquinone, 2-(4-Carboxybenzoyl)benzoic acid.
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