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(4-Aminophenyl)acetic acid

Also known as: 4-Aminophenylacetic acid, p-Aminophenylacetic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, 4-amino-, 2-(4-aminophenyl)acetic acid, 4-Aminobenzeneacetic acid, 4-Carboxymethylaniline, UNII:1IED47A544, MFCD00007916, EINECS 214-828-7, NSC 7905, Desacetyl Actarit, Phenylglycine base, H-4-APH-OH, H-APH(4)-OH

(4-Aminophenyl)acetic acid (CAS 1197-55-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 151.163 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 201 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 344.0±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 161.9±20.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
1197-55-3
Jingsj CID
J-1419608-8
Molecular Formula
C8H9NO2
Molecular Weight
151.163 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point201 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point344.0±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point161.9±20.9 °C
Exact Mass151.063324
PSA63.32000
LogP0.22
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.615

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2922499990
SummaryHS:2922499990 other amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters; salts thereof VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (4-Aminophenyl)acetic acid?

The CAS number of (4-Aminophenyl)acetic acid is 1197-55-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (4-Aminophenyl)acetic acid?

(4-Aminophenyl)acetic acid has molecular formula C8H9NO2 and molecular weight 151.163 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (4-Aminophenyl)acetic acid?

For (4-Aminophenyl)acetic acid, Upstream Products: 4-Nitrophenylacetic acid, 4-Nitrophenylacetonitrile, morpholine; Downstream Products: Methyl 2-(4-aminophenyl)acetate, 4-Cyanophenylacetic acid, 4-Bromophenylacetyl chloride.

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