3-Acetylbenzoic acid

3-乙酰基苯甲酸

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. It is also known as 3'-ACETOPHENONECARBOXYLIC ACID, 3-ACETYLBENZOIC ACID and ACETOPHENONE-3-CARBOXYLIC ACID. 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-1329263-6
Molecular Formula
C9H8O3
Chinese Name
3-乙酰基苯甲酸
Molecular Weight
164.158 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point163-171 °C
Boiling Point342.8±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point175.3±19.7 °C

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.

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