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2-(Benzhydrylsulfinyl)acetic acid

Also known as: Modafinic Acid, Modafinil Acid, Modafinil Carboxylate, (Benzhydrylsulfinyl)acetic acid, (Diphenylmethylsulfinyl)acetic acid, 2-Benzhydrylsulphinylacetic acid, 2-[(Diphenyl-methyl)sulfinyl]acetic Acid, 2-benzhydrylsulfinylacetic acid, Acetic acid, [(diphenylmethyl)sulfinyl]-, Benzyhydrylsulfinylacetic acid, benzhydrylsulphinylacetic acid, modafinil acid

2-(Benzhydrylsulfinyl)acetic acid (CAS 63547-24-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H14O3S and a molecular weight of 274.33500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 118-120ºC, a boiling point of 539.2ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.327g/cm3 and a flash point of 2℃. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
63547-24-0
Jingsj CID
J-1423262-3
Molecular Formula
C15H14O3S
Molecular Weight
274.33500 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point118-120ºC
Boiling Point539.2ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.327g/cm3
Flash Point2℃
Exact Mass274.06600
PSA73.58000
LogP3.47500
Storage Conditions-20°C Freezer

GHS Safety & Compliance

CorrosionSignal word: Danger
  • H318 — Causes serious eye damage

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2930909090
Summary2930909090. other organo-sulphur compounds. 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-(Benzhydrylsulfinyl)acetic acid?

The CAS number of 2-(Benzhydrylsulfinyl)acetic acid is 63547-24-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(Benzhydrylsulfinyl)acetic acid?

2-(Benzhydrylsulfinyl)acetic acid has molecular formula C15H14O3S and molecular weight 274.33500 g/mol.

Is 2-(Benzhydrylsulfinyl)acetic acid hazardous?

2-(Benzhydrylsulfinyl)acetic acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H318 — Causes serious eye damage.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(Benzhydrylsulfinyl)acetic acid?

For 2-(Benzhydrylsulfinyl)acetic acid, Upstream Products: 2-[(Diphenylmethyl)thio]acetic acid, acetic acid, Benzhydrol; Downstream Products: (R)-Modafinic acid, Methyl (benzhydrylsulfinyl)acetate, (R)-Methyl 2-(benzhydrylsulfinyl)acetate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-(Benzhydrylsulfinyl)acetic acid (CAS 63547-24-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1423262-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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