Mesitylacetic acid
Also known as: 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzeneacetic acid, 2,4,6-Trimethyphenylacetic acid, 2-Mesitylacetic acid, 2-(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)acetic acid, Mesityleneacetic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, 2,4,6-trimethyl-
Mesitylacetic acid (CAS 4408-60-0) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H14O2 and a molecular weight of 178.228 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 167-171 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 312.9±11.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 210.0±14.4 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 4408-60-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-1993832-0
- Molecular Formula
- C11H14O2
- Molecular Weight
- 178.228 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 167-171 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 312.9±11.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 210.0±14.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 178.099380 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 2.88 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.538 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915900090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915900090 other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Mesitylacetic acid?
The CAS number of Mesitylacetic acid is 4408-60-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Mesitylacetic acid?
Mesitylacetic acid has molecular formula C11H14O2 and molecular weight 178.228 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Mesitylacetic acid?
For Mesitylacetic acid, Upstream Products: 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzyl chloride, Mesitylacetonitrile, Cyanomethyl benzenesulfonate; Downstream Products: 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzyl alcohol, 2-Mesitylethanol, ethyl mesitylacetate.
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