Skip to main content

Methyl 4-phenylbutyrate

Also known as: Methyl 4-phenylbutanoate, Methyl benzenebutanoate, Benzenebutanoic acid, methyl ester, Butyric acid, 4-phenyl-, methyl ester, Methyl 4-phenylbutanoic acid, 4-Phenylbutanoic acid methyl ester, 4-Phenylbutyric acid methyl ester, 4-Benzenebutanoic acid methyl ester, Methyl 3-benzylpropionate, TIMTEC-BB SBB007854

Methyl 4-phenylbutyrate (CAS 2046-17-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H14O2 and a molecular weight of 178.22800 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 78ºC, a boiling point of 258.9ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.016 g/cm3 and a flash point of 112ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
2046-17-5
Jingsj CID
J-1364856-1
Molecular Formula
C11H14O2
Molecular Weight
178.22800 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

No offers for this compound yet.

Request a quote

Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point78ºC
Boiling Point258.9ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.016 g/cm3
Flash Point112ºC
Exact Mass178.09900
PSA26.30000
LogP2.18230
Vapor Pressure0.0133mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.499

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 4-phenylbutyrate?

The CAS number of Methyl 4-phenylbutyrate is 2046-17-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 4-phenylbutyrate?

Methyl 4-phenylbutyrate has molecular formula C11H14O2 and molecular weight 178.22800 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 4-phenylbutyrate?

For Methyl 4-phenylbutyrate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 4-Phenylbutyric acid, Allylbenzene; Downstream Products: 1-chloro-4-phenylbutane, Butylbenzene, 1-Tetralone.

Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.

Last updated:

How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl 4-phenylbutyrate (CAS 2046-17-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1364856-1 (accessed 2026-11-09).

Data for reference only; verify product details with suppliers before purchase.