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2-bromo-4-phenylbutanoic acid

Also known as: 2-bromo-4-phenylbutyric acid, α-bromobenzenebutanoic acid, Benzenebutanoic acid, α-bromo-, 2-bromo-4-phenylbutanoic acid, 2-bromo-4-phenylbutyric acid, 4-Phenyl-2-bromobutyric acid

2-bromo-4-phenylbutanoic acid (CAS 16503-46-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H11BrO2 and a molecular weight of 243.09700 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 315.7ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.487g/cm3 and a flash point of 144.7ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
16503-46-1
Jingsj CID
J-1412170-1
Molecular Formula
C10H11BrO2
Molecular Weight
243.09700 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point315.7ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.487g/cm3
Flash Point144.7ºC
Exact Mass241.99400
PSA37.30000
LogP2.46730
Vapor Pressure0.000181mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.579
Storage Conditions2-8°C

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2916399090
Summary2916399090 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 2-bromo-4-phenylbutanoic acid?

The CAS number of 2-bromo-4-phenylbutanoic acid is 16503-46-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-bromo-4-phenylbutanoic acid?

2-bromo-4-phenylbutanoic acid has molecular formula C10H11BrO2 and molecular weight 243.09700 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-bromo-4-phenylbutanoic acid?

For 2-bromo-4-phenylbutanoic acid, Upstream Products: DL-Homophenylalanine, Diethyl 2-(phenylethyl)malonate, (2-Bromoethyl)benzene; Downstream Products: L-Homophenylalanine ethyl ester hydrochloride, L-Homophenylalanine, N-[(1S)-1-(ethoxycarbonyl)-3-phenylpropyl]-L-alanine.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-bromo-4-phenylbutanoic acid (CAS 16503-46-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1412170-1 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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