4-(Diphenylhydroxymethyl)benzoic acid
Also known as: 4-(hydroxydiphenylmethyl)benzoic acid, 4-[hydroxy(diphenyl)methyl]benzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 4-(hydroxydiphenylmethyl)-, NSC 408493, 4-(α-hydroxybenzhydryl)benzoic acid, α,α-Diphenyl-α-hydroxy-p-toluic acid, Triphenylcarbinol-carbonsaeure-(4)
4-(Diphenylhydroxymethyl)benzoic acid (CAS 19672-49-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C20H16O3 and a molecular weight of 304.339 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 210-215ºC, a boiling point of 511.2±38.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 277.1±23.3 °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.
- 19672-49-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-22733-8
- Molecular Formula
- C20H16O3
- Molecular Weight
- 304.339 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 210-215ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 511.2±38.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 277.1±23.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 304.109955 |
| PSA | 57.53000 |
| LogP | 4.26 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.645 |
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-(Diphenylhydroxymethyl)benzoic acid?
The CAS number of 4-(Diphenylhydroxymethyl)benzoic acid is 19672-49-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-(Diphenylhydroxymethyl)benzoic acid?
4-(Diphenylhydroxymethyl)benzoic acid has molecular formula C20H16O3 and molecular weight 304.339 g/mol.
Is 4-(Diphenylhydroxymethyl)benzoic acid hazardous?
4-(Diphenylhydroxymethyl)benzoic 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-(Diphenylhydroxymethyl)benzoic acid?
For 4-(Diphenylhydroxymethyl)benzoic acid, Upstream Products: Benzophenone, 4-Bromobenzoic acid, Carbon dioxide.
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