4-Bromomandelic acid
Also known as: p-Bromomandelic acid, 4-Bromo-DL-mandelic acid, 4-Bromo-α-hydroxyphenylacetic acid, (4-bromophenyl)(hydroxy)acetic acid, p-Bromo-dl-mandelic acid, Mandelic acid, p-bromo-, Benzeneacetic acid, 4-bromo-α-hydroxy-, EINECS 230-085-1, MFCD00004232, UNII:4429SL694F
4-Bromomandelic acid (CAS 6940-50-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7BrO3 and a molecular weight of 231.043 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 116-118 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 397.5±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 194.2±23.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 6940-50-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-19771-7
- Molecular Formula
- C8H7BrO3
- Molecular Weight
- 231.043 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 116-118 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 397.5±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.8±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 194.2±23.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 229.957855 |
| PSA | 57.53000 |
| LogP | 1.69 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.628 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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 4-Bromomandelic acid?
The CAS number of 4-Bromomandelic acid is 6940-50-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Bromomandelic acid?
4-Bromomandelic acid has molecular formula C8H7BrO3 and molecular weight 231.043 g/mol.
Is 4-Bromomandelic acid hazardous?
4-Bromomandelic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Bromomandelic acid?
For 4-Bromomandelic acid, Upstream Products: 4'-Bromoacetophenone, 4-Bromobenzaldehyde, (Diacetoxyiodo)benzene; Downstream Products: 4-Bromobenzaldehyde, 4-Bromophenylacetic acid, 2-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-oxoacetic acid.
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