4-Carboxyphenylacetic acid
Also known as: 4-Carboxymethylbenzoic acid, Homoterephthalic acid, 4-Carboxybenzeneacetic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, 4-carboxy-, 4-Carboxyphenylaetic acid, 4-Carboxylphenylacetic acid
4-Carboxyphenylacetic acid (CAS 501-89-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H8O4 and a molecular weight of 180.157 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 402.5±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 211.4±20.5 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 501-89-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-1517993-8
- Molecular Formula
- C9H8O4
- Molecular Weight
- 180.157 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 402.5±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 211.4±20.5 °C |
| Exact Mass | 180.042252 |
| PSA | 74.60000 |
| LogP | 1.18 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.600 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2917399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2917399090 aromatic polycarboxylic acids, 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 4-Carboxyphenylacetic acid?
The CAS number of 4-Carboxyphenylacetic acid is 501-89-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Carboxyphenylacetic acid?
4-Carboxyphenylacetic acid has molecular formula C9H8O4 and molecular weight 180.157 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Carboxyphenylacetic acid?
For 4-Carboxyphenylacetic acid, Upstream Products: 4-(Cyanomethyl)benzoic acid, Methyl 4-(cyanomethyl)benzoate, 4-Chlorophenylacetic acid; Downstream Products: methyl 4-(2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)benzoate, 2-oxoindoline-6-carboxylic acid, 4-(Carboxymethyl)-3-nitrobenzoic acid.
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