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2-(4-methoxybenzoyl)benzoic acid

Also known as: 2-(4-methoxy-benzoyl)-benzoic acid, 2-(4-methoxybenzoyl)benzenecarboxylic acid, 2-[(4-methoxyphenyl)carbonyl]benzoic acid, o-(4-methoxybenzoyl)benzoic acid, o-(p-anisoyl)benzoic acid, benzoic acid, 2-(4-methoxybenzoyl)-, 4'-methoxybenzophenone-2-carboxylic acid, MFCD00278217

2-(4-methoxybenzoyl)benzoic acid (CAS 1151-15-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H12O4 and a molecular weight of 256.25300 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 147-148, a boiling point of 477.6ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.255g/cm3 and a flash point of 183.5ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
1151-15-1
Jingsj CID
J-1511586-3
Molecular Formula
C15H12O4
Molecular Weight
256.25300 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point147-148
Boiling Point477.6ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.255g/cm3
Flash Point183.5ºC
Exact Mass256.07400
PSA63.60000
LogP2.62440
Vapor Pressure6.25E-10mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.598

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918990090
Summary2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. 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-(4-methoxybenzoyl)benzoic acid?

The CAS number of 2-(4-methoxybenzoyl)benzoic acid is 1151-15-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(4-methoxybenzoyl)benzoic acid?

2-(4-methoxybenzoyl)benzoic acid has molecular formula C15H12O4 and molecular weight 256.25300 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(4-methoxybenzoyl)benzoic acid?

For 2-(4-methoxybenzoyl)benzoic acid, Upstream Products: Phthalic anhydride, 4-Bromoanisole, Anisole; Downstream Products: benzoic acid, 4-Hydroxybenzoic acid, 2-(4-Hydroxybenzoyl)benzoic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-(4-methoxybenzoyl)benzoic acid (CAS 1151-15-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1511586-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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