2-(4-methylphenoxy)acetic acid
Also known as: (4-Methylphenoxy)acetic acid, 4-Methylphenoxyacetic acid, (p-Tolyloxy)-acetic acid, 2-p-tolyloxyacetic acid, p-Methylphenoxyacetic acid, Acetic acid, (4-methylphenoxy)-, NSC 38176, EINECS 213-374-7, MFCD00014365
2-(4-methylphenoxy)acetic acid (CAS 940-64-7) 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 166.174 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 140-142 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 297.2±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 120.0±13.9 °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.
- 940-64-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-24332-3
- Molecular Formula
- C9H10O3
- Molecular Weight
- 166.174 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 140-142 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 297.2±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 120.0±13.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 166.062988 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 1.80 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.537 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918990090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-(4-methylphenoxy)acetic acid?
The CAS number of 2-(4-methylphenoxy)acetic acid is 940-64-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(4-methylphenoxy)acetic acid?
2-(4-methylphenoxy)acetic acid has molecular formula C9H10O3 and molecular weight 166.174 g/mol.
Is 2-(4-methylphenoxy)acetic acid hazardous?
2-(4-methylphenoxy)acetic 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 2-(4-methylphenoxy)acetic acid?
For 2-(4-methylphenoxy)acetic acid, Upstream Products: Ethyl (4-methylphenoxy)acetate, p-Cresol, Chloroacetic acid; Downstream Products: 4-Hydroxybenzoic acid, 2-[(4-Methylphenyl)amino]ethanol, 4-Methylphenoxyacetonitrile.
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