2-Oxo-4-phenylbutanoic acid
Also known as: 2-Oxo-4-phenylbutyric acid, Benzylpyruvic acid, α-Carbonylphenylbutyric acid, Benzenebutanoic acid, α-oxo-, 2-Oxo-4-phenylbutanoic acid (OPBA), EINECS 211-916-7, MFCD00969471
2-Oxo-4-phenylbutanoic acid (CAS 710-11-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H10O3 and a molecular weight of 178.185 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 47.0 to 51.0 deg-C, a boiling point of 314.4±21.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 158.1±18.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 710-11-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-1422777-1
- Molecular Formula
- C10H10O3
- Molecular Weight
- 178.185 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 47.0 to 51.0 deg-C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 314.4±21.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 158.1±18.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 178.062988 |
| PSA | 54.37000 |
| LogP | 0.95 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.548 |
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-Oxo-4-phenylbutanoic acid?
The CAS number of 2-Oxo-4-phenylbutanoic acid is 710-11-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Oxo-4-phenylbutanoic acid?
2-Oxo-4-phenylbutanoic acid has molecular formula C10H10O3 and molecular weight 178.185 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Oxo-4-phenylbutanoic acid?
For 2-Oxo-4-phenylbutanoic acid, Upstream Products: Ethyl 2-oxo-4-phenylbutanoate, 2-oxo-4-phenylbut-3-enoic acid, Benzaldehyde; Downstream Products: L-Homophenylalanine, 3-Phenylpropionic acid, (R)-2-Hydroxy-4-phenylbutyric acid.
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