(R)-2-Hydroxy-4-phenylbutyric acid
Also known as: (R)-2-Hydroxy-4-phenylbutyric acid, (R)-2-Hydroxy-4-phenylbutanoic acid, R(-)-2-Hydroxy-4-phenylbutyric acid, (2R)-2-Hydroxy-4-phenylbutanoic acid, (αR)-Hydroxy-benzenebutanoic Acid, (R)-HPBA, R(-)-2-Hydroxy-4-phenylbutanoic acid, MFCD00192219, Benzenebutanoic acid, α-hydroxy-, (αR)-
(R)-2-Hydroxy-4-phenylbutyric acid (CAS 29678-81-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12O3 and a molecular weight of 180.201 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 114-117ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 356.9±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 183.9±18.8 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 29678-81-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-17349-9
- Molecular Formula
- C10H12O3
- Molecular Weight
- 180.201 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 114-117ºC(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 356.9±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 183.9±18.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 180.078644 |
| PSA | 57.53000 |
| LogP | 1.62 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.565 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918199090 other carboxylic acids with alcohol 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 (R)-2-Hydroxy-4-phenylbutyric acid?
The CAS number of (R)-2-Hydroxy-4-phenylbutyric acid is 29678-81-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (R)-2-Hydroxy-4-phenylbutyric acid?
(R)-2-Hydroxy-4-phenylbutyric acid has molecular formula C10H12O3 and molecular weight 180.201 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (R)-2-Hydroxy-4-phenylbutyric acid?
For (R)-2-Hydroxy-4-phenylbutyric acid, Upstream Products: 2-Oxo-4-phenylbutanoic acid, Boc-L-homophenylalanine, Ethyl 2-oxo-4-phenylbutanoate; Downstream Products: Ethyl (R)-2-hydroxy-4-phenylbutyrate, N-[(1S)-1-(ethoxycarbonyl)-3-phenylpropyl]-L-alanine, Ethyl (R)-4-phenyl-2-(trifluoromethanesulfonyloxy)butyrate.
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