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2,2-Diphenylacetic acid

Also known as: Diphenylacetic acid, α-Phenylbenzeneacetic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, α-phenyl-, Diphenylethanoic acid, Diphenylmethane-α-carboxylic acid, EINECS 204-185-0, MFCD00004251, NSC 120417

2,2-Diphenylacetic acid (CAS 117-34-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H12O2 and a molecular weight of 212.244 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 147-149 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 285.0±7.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 140.4±14.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
117-34-0
Jingsj CID
J-1993993-6
Molecular Formula
C14H12O2
Molecular Weight
212.244 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point147-149 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point285.0±7.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point140.4±14.7 °C
Exact Mass212.083725
PSA37.30000
LogP3.25
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.599

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2916399090
Summary2916399090 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 2,2-Diphenylacetic acid?

The CAS number of 2,2-Diphenylacetic acid is 117-34-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,2-Diphenylacetic acid?

2,2-Diphenylacetic acid has molecular formula C14H12O2 and molecular weight 212.244 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,2-Diphenylacetic acid?

For 2,2-Diphenylacetic acid, Upstream Products: Benzilic acid, Diphenylacetaldehyde, Methyl diphenylacetate; Downstream Products: Methyl diphenylacetate, 2(1H)-Pyridone, Methyl benzilate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2,2-Diphenylacetic acid (CAS 117-34-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1993993-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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