2-Acetylbenzoic acid
Also known as: 2'-ACETOPHENONECARBOXYLIC ACID, ACETOPHENONE-2-CARBOXYLIC ACID, BENZOYL METHIDE-O-CARBOXYLIC ACID, HYPNONE-O-CARBOXYLIC ACID, METHYL PHENYL KETONE-O-CARBOXYLIC ACID, o-ACETYLBENZOIC ACID, o-ACETOPHENONECARBOXYLIC ACID, o-CARBOXYACETOPHENONE, 2'-CARBOXYACETOPHENONE, NSC 407680, AURORA KA-7300, LABOTEST-BB LT01690060, 1-CARBOXY-2-METHYLCARBONYLBENZENE, 3-HYDROXY-3-METHYLPHTHALIDE, acetylbenzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 2-acetyl-
2-Acetylbenzoic acid (CAS 577-56-0) 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 115-117 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 319.1±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 161.0±19.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 577-56-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-1377593-4
- 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 | 115-117 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 319.1±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 161.0±19.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 164.047348 |
| PSA | 54.37000 |
| LogP | 0.81 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 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 2-Acetylbenzoic acid?
The CAS number of 2-Acetylbenzoic acid is 577-56-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Acetylbenzoic acid?
2-Acetylbenzoic acid has molecular formula C9H8O3 and molecular weight 164.158 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Acetylbenzoic acid?
For 2-Acetylbenzoic acid, Upstream Products: Phthalic anhydride, Malonic acid, 2'-Methylacetophenone; Downstream Products: 2-Ethylbenzonitrile, 2-Methyl-4H-3,1-benzoxazin-4-one, 2-(2-phenyl-1,3-thiazol-4-yl)benzoic acid.
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