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3-(3-Methylphenyl)propanoic acid

Also known as: 3-(3-Methylphenyl)propionic acid, 3-m-Tolylpropionic acid, m-Methylhydrocinnamic acid, 3-Methylhydrocinnamic acid, 3-Methylbenzenepropanoic acid, Cinacalcet impurity 29, Cinacalcet-28

3-(3-Methylphenyl)propanoic acid (CAS 3751-48-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12O2 and a molecular weight of 164.201 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 39-42ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 289.9±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 187.1±13.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
3751-48-2
Jingsj CID
J-1525998-0
Molecular Formula
C10H12O2
Molecular Weight
164.201 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point39-42ºC(lit.)
Boiling Point289.9±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point187.1±13.9 °C
Exact Mass164.083725
PSA37.30000
LogP2.30
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.538

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2916399090
Summary2916399090 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-(3-Methylphenyl)propanoic acid?

The CAS number of 3-(3-Methylphenyl)propanoic acid is 3751-48-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-(3-Methylphenyl)propanoic acid?

3-(3-Methylphenyl)propanoic acid has molecular formula C10H12O2 and molecular weight 164.201 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-(3-Methylphenyl)propanoic acid?

For 3-(3-Methylphenyl)propanoic acid, Upstream Products: 3-Methylcinnamic acid, m-Tolualdehyde, 3-Methylbenzyl bromide; Downstream Products: 5-Methyl-1-indanone, 7-Methyl-1-indanone, Benzenepropanoic acid, 3-methyl-, methyl ester.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "3-(3-Methylphenyl)propanoic acid (CAS 3751-48-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1525998-0 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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