3-Acetylbenzoic acid
Also known as: 3'-ACETOPHENONECARBOXYLIC ACID, 3-ACETYLBENZOIC ACID, ACETOPHENONE-3-CARBOXYLIC ACID, BENZOYL METHIDE-M-CARBOXYLIC ACID, Benzoic acid, 3-acetyl-, M-ACETYLBENZOIC ACID, METHYL PHENYL KETONE-M-CARBOXYLIC ACID, MFCD00045847, RARECHEM AL BO 0046
3-Acetylbenzoic acid (CAS 586-42-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H8O3 and a molecular weight of 164.158 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 163-171 °C, a boiling point of 342.8±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 175.3±19.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 586-42-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-1329263-2
- Molecular Formula
- C9H8O3
- Molecular Weight
- 164.158 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 163-171 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 342.8±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 175.3±19.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 164.047348 |
| PSA | 54.37000 |
| LogP | 1.56 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.561 |
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 3-Acetylbenzoic acid?
The CAS number of 3-Acetylbenzoic acid is 586-42-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Acetylbenzoic acid?
3-Acetylbenzoic acid has molecular formula C9H8O3 and molecular weight 164.158 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Acetylbenzoic acid?
For 3-Acetylbenzoic acid, Upstream Products: 3-Acetylbenzonitrile, 3'-Methylacetophenone, 1,3-diacetylbenzene; Downstream Products: Ethyl 3-acetylbenzoate, Methyl 3-acetylbenzoate, tert-butyl 3-acetylbenzoate.
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