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3-(4-Methylbenzoyl)propionic acid

Also known as: 4-(4-Methylphenyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid, 4-(4-Methylphenyl)-4-oxobutyric acid, 4-Oxo-4-(p-tolyl)butanoic acid, 4-Oxo-4-p-tolylbutanoic acid, 3-(4-Methylbenzoyl)propionic acid, 3-(4-Methylbenzoyl)propanoic acid, 3-(p-Toluoyl)propionic acid, 4-(p-Tolyl)-4-oxobutyric acid

3-(4-Methylbenzoyl)propionic acid (CAS 4619-20-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H12O3 and a molecular weight of 192.21100 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 127-130 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 378.8ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.165 g/cm3 and a flash point of 197ºC. 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.
4619-20-9
Jingsj CID
J-22123-8
Molecular Formula
C11H12O3
Molecular Weight
192.21100 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point127-130 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point378.8ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.165 g/cm3
Flash Point197ºC
Exact Mass192.07900
PSA54.37000
LogP2.04250
Refractive Index1.542
Additional Propertyinsoluble

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918300090
Summary2918300090 other carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone 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 3-(4-Methylbenzoyl)propionic acid?

The CAS number of 3-(4-Methylbenzoyl)propionic acid is 4619-20-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-(4-Methylbenzoyl)propionic acid?

3-(4-Methylbenzoyl)propionic acid has molecular formula C11H12O3 and molecular weight 192.21100 g/mol.

Is 3-(4-Methylbenzoyl)propionic acid hazardous?

3-(4-Methylbenzoyl)propionic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "3-(4-Methylbenzoyl)propionic acid (CAS 4619-20-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-22123-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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