Methyl 4-phenylbutyrate

4-苯丁酸甲酯

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. It is also known as Methyl 4-phenylbutanoate, Methyl benzenebutanoate and Benzenebutanoic acid, methyl ester. 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-1364856-3
Molecular Formula
C11H14O2
Chinese Name
4-苯丁酸甲酯
Molecular Weight
178.22800 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point78ºC
Boiling Point258.9ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.016 g/cm3
Flash Point112ºC

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.

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