2-(4-methylphenyl)-2-oxoacetic acid
Also known as: 2-oxo-2-(p-tolyl)acetic acid, 4-methylbenzoylformic acid, (4-methylphenyl)(oxo)acetic acid, 4-methylphenylglyoxylic acid, 2-(4-methylphenyl)-2-oxoacetic acid, benzeneacetic acid, 4-methyl-alpha-oxo-, p-tolylglyoxylic acid, para-methylbenzoylformic acid
2-(4-methylphenyl)-2-oxoacetic acid (CAS 7163-50-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H8O3 and a molecular weight of 164.15800 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 290.6ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.244 g/cm3 and a flash point of 143.8ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 7163-50-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-1515296-2
- Molecular Formula
- C9H8O3
- Molecular Weight
- 164.15800 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 290.6ºC at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.244 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 143.8ºC |
| Exact Mass | 164.04700 |
| PSA | 54.37000 |
| LogP | 1.26230 |
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-(4-methylphenyl)-2-oxoacetic acid?
The CAS number of 2-(4-methylphenyl)-2-oxoacetic acid is 7163-50-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(4-methylphenyl)-2-oxoacetic acid?
2-(4-methylphenyl)-2-oxoacetic acid has molecular formula C9H8O3 and molecular weight 164.15800 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(4-methylphenyl)-2-oxoacetic acid?
For 2-(4-methylphenyl)-2-oxoacetic acid, Upstream Products: Ethyl 2-(4-methylphenyl)-2-oxoacetate, 4'-Methylacetophenone, 4-Methylmandelic acid; Downstream Products: 4,4'-Dimethylbenzophenone, 2-(4-Methylbenzoyl)benzoic acid, 4-Methylphenylacetic acid.
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