Methyl phenylacetate
Also known as: Methyl 2-phenylacetate, Methyl alpha-toluate, Methyl benzeneacetate, Methyl phenylethanoate, Benzeneacetic acid methyl ester, Phenylacetic acid methyl ester, Methyl α-toluate, METHYL A-TOLUATE
Methyl phenylacetate (CAS 101-41-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H10O2 and a molecular weight of 150.174 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 49 - 50ºC, a boiling point of 218.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 90.6±0.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 101-41-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-19396-4
- Molecular Formula
- C9H10O2
- Molecular Weight
- 150.174 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 49 - 50ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 218.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 90.6±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 150.068085 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 1.97 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.505 |
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 Methyl phenylacetate?
The CAS number of Methyl phenylacetate is 101-41-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl phenylacetate?
Methyl phenylacetate has molecular formula C9H10O2 and molecular weight 150.174 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl phenylacetate?
For Methyl phenylacetate, Upstream Products: Methanol, Benzyl bromide, Phenethyl alcohol; Downstream Products: 2-Fluoro-2-phenylacetic acid, α,α-Difluorophenylacetic acid, Methyl diphenylacetate.
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