3-(4-Nitrophenyl)propanoic acid
Also known as: 3-(4-Nitrophenyl)propionic acid, 4-Nitrohydrocinnamic acid, 4-Nitrobenzenepropanoic acid, 4-Nitrobenzenepropionic acid, 4-nitrophenylpropionic acid, para-nitrohydrocinnamic acid, Benzenepropanoic acid, 4-nitro-
3-(4-Nitrophenyl)propanoic acid (CAS 16642-79-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H9NO4 and a molecular weight of 195.172 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 167-170°C, a boiling point of 382.7±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 170.5±9.4 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 16642-79-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-1513814-4
- Molecular Formula
- C9H9NO4
- Molecular Weight
- 195.172 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 167-170°C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 382.7±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 170.5±9.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 195.053162 |
| PSA | 83.12000 |
| LogP | 1.57 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.583 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916399090 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 3-(4-Nitrophenyl)propanoic acid?
The CAS number of 3-(4-Nitrophenyl)propanoic acid is 16642-79-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-(4-Nitrophenyl)propanoic acid?
3-(4-Nitrophenyl)propanoic acid has molecular formula C9H9NO4 and molecular weight 195.172 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-(4-Nitrophenyl)propanoic acid?
For 3-(4-Nitrophenyl)propanoic acid, Upstream Products: 3-Phenylpropionic acid, 2-Vinyl-1,3-dioxolane, 1-Bromo-4-nitrobenzene; Downstream Products: GW9508, tert-Butyl 3-(4-nitrophenyl)propanoate, Methyl 3-(4-aminophenyl)propanoate.
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