4-(2-methylphenyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid

4-(2-甲基苯基)-4-氧代丁酸

Also known as: 4-(2-METHYLPHENYL)-4-OXOBUTYRIC ACID, 4-(2-Methylphenyl)-4-oxobutyric acid, 4-oxo-4-o-tolylbutanoic acid, 2-Methyl-γ-oxobenzenebutanoic acid, Benzenebutanoic acid, 2-methyl-γ-oxo-

4-(2-methylphenyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid (CAS 6939-36-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H12O3 and a molecular weight of 192.211 g/mol. It is also known as 4-(2-METHYLPHENYL)-4-OXOBUTYRIC ACID, 4-(2-Methylphenyl)-4-oxobutyric acid and 4-oxo-4-o-tolylbutanoic acid. Key properties include a melting point of 102-105ºC, a boiling point of 371.7±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 192.8±19.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
6939-36-2
Jingsj CID
J-1350836-6
Molecular Formula
C11H12O3
Chinese Name
4-(2-甲基苯基)-4-氧代丁酸
Molecular Weight
192.211 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point102-105ºC
Boiling Point371.7±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point192.8±19.7 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-(2-methylphenyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid?

The CAS number of 4-(2-methylphenyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid is 6939-36-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-(2-methylphenyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid?

4-(2-methylphenyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid has molecular formula C11H12O3 and molecular weight 192.211 g/mol.

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