3-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid
Also known as: Melilotic acid, 2-Hydroxyhydrocinnamic acid, 3-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)propanoic acid, o-Hydrocoumaric acid, Hydrocoumaric acid, 2-Hydroxybenzenepropanoic acid, Esmolol Impurity 30, Benzenepropanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-
3-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid (CAS 495-78-3) 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 86-89 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 335.9±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 171.2±17.4 °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.
- 495-78-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-28859-5
- 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 | 86-89 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 335.9±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 171.2±17.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 166.062988 |
| PSA | 57.53000 |
| LogP | 1.10 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.580 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918290000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS: 2918290000 other carboxylic acids with phenol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) VAT:17.0% MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 3-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid?
The CAS number of 3-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid is 495-78-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid?
3-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid has molecular formula C9H10O3 and molecular weight 166.174 g/mol.
Is 3-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid hazardous?
3-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic 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 3-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid?
For 3-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid, Upstream Products: Coumarin, trans-2-Hydroxycinnamic acid, Methyl 3-(2-hydroxyphenyl)propionate; Downstream Products: 3-(2-phenoxyphenyl)propanoic acid, 2-Ethylphenol, 6-bromo-3,4-dihydro-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one.
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