2-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid

Also known as: 4-Hydroxyhydratropic acid, 4-Hydroxy-α-methylbenzeneacetic acid, 2-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)propanoic acid, (4-Hydroxyphenyl)(methyl)acetic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, 4-hydroxy-α-methyl-, Hydratropic acid, p-hydroxy-, 2-(p-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid

2-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid (CAS 938-96-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H10O3 and a molecular weight of 166.17400 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 131.6 °C, a boiling point of 328.3ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.253g/cm3 and a flash point of 166.5ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 938-96-5
Jingsj CID: J-1992853-1
Molecular Formula: C₉H₁₀O₃
Molecular Weight: 166.17400 g/mol
Category: Organic Acids
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	131.6 °C
Boiling Point	328.3ºC at 760mmHg
Density	1.253g/cm3
Flash Point	166.5ºC
Exact Mass	166.06300
PSA	57.53000
LogP	1.58030

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2918290000
Summary	HS: 2918290000 other carboxylic acids with phenol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) VAT:17.0% MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid?

The CAS number of 2-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid is 938-96-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid?

2-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid has molecular formula C9H10O3 and molecular weight 166.17400 g/mol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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