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2-Methoxyphenylacetic acid

Also known as: (2-Methoxyphenyl)acetic acid, o-Methoxyphenylacetic acid, 2-Methoxybenzeneacetic acid, (o-Methoxyphenyl)acetic acid, 2-(2-methoxyphenyl)acetic acid

2-Methoxyphenylacetic acid (CAS 93-25-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H10O3 and a molecular weight of 166.174 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 88-90 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 291.3±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 117.1±13.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
93-25-4
Jingsj CID
J-1382176-6
Molecular Formula
C9H10O3
Molecular Weight
166.174 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point88-90 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point291.3±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point117.1±13.9 °C
Exact Mass166.062988
PSA46.53000
LogP1.42
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.538
Additional PropertySOLUBLE

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918990090
Summary2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Methoxyphenylacetic acid?

The CAS number of 2-Methoxyphenylacetic acid is 93-25-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methoxyphenylacetic acid?

2-Methoxyphenylacetic acid has molecular formula C9H10O3 and molecular weight 166.174 g/mol.

Is 2-Methoxyphenylacetic acid hazardous?

2-Methoxyphenylacetic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methoxyphenylacetic acid?

For 2-Methoxyphenylacetic acid, Upstream Products: 2-(2-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol, 2-Methylanisole, Carbon dioxide; Downstream Products: (2-Methoxyphenyl)acetaldehyde, 4-(2-methoxyphenyl)butyric acid, (2-Methoxy-5-nitrophenyl)acetic acid.

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