3-tert-Butylbenzoic acid

Also known as: 3-(tert-Butyl)benzoic acid, 3-t-butylbenzoic acid, m-tert-Butylbenzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 3-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-, NSC 407552, m-t-butylbenzoic acid

3-tert-Butylbenzoic acid (CAS 7498-54-6) 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 boiling point of 286ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.056g/cm3 and a flash point of 136ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 7498-54-6
Jingsj CID: J-1401208-9
Molecular Formula: C₁₁H₁₄O₂
Molecular Weight: 178.22800 g/mol
Category: Organic Acids
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	286ºC at 760mmHg
Density	1.056g/cm3
Flash Point	136ºC
Exact Mass	178.09900
PSA	37.30000
LogP	2.68230
Refractive Index	1.523

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2916399090
Summary	2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-tert-Butylbenzoic acid?

The CAS number of 3-tert-Butylbenzoic acid is 7498-54-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-tert-Butylbenzoic acid?

3-tert-Butylbenzoic acid has molecular formula C11H14O2 and molecular weight 178.22800 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-tert-Butylbenzoic acid?

For 3-tert-Butylbenzoic acid, Upstream Products: Benzene,1-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-3-methyl-, Methyl 3-bromo-5-tert-butylbenzoate, 3-tert-Butylbenzonitrile; Downstream Products: 3-tert-Butylbenzoyl chloride, 5-tert-butyl-2-nitrobenzoic acid.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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