Hippuric acid
Also known as: (benzoylamino)-Acetic acid, 2-benzamidoacetic acid, BZ-GLY-OH, BZO-GLY-OH, Benzoylaminoacetic acid, Benzoylglycin, Benzoylglycine, EINECS 207-806-3, Glycine, N-benzoyl-, MFCD00002692, N-(benzoyl)glycine, N-Benzoylglycine, N-benzoylaminoacetic acid, N-benzoylglycine, [3H]-Hippuric Acid, acidoippurico, hippuric
Hippuric acid (CAS 495-69-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H9NO3 and a molecular weight of 179.173 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 187-191 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 464.1±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 234.5±24.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 495-69-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-30053-1
- Molecular Formula
- C9H9NO3
- Molecular Weight
- 179.173 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 187-191 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 464.1±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 234.5±24.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 179.058243 |
| PSA | 66.40000 |
| LogP | 0.31 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.568 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Niwa T, et al. Organic acids and the uremic syndrome: protein metabolite hypothesis in the progression of chronic renal failure. Semin Nephrol. 1996 May;16(3):167-82. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2924299090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2924299090. other cyclic amides (including cyclic carbamates) and their derivatives; salts thereof. 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 Hippuric acid?
The CAS number of Hippuric acid is 495-69-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Hippuric acid?
Hippuric acid has molecular formula C9H9NO3 and molecular weight 179.173 g/mol.
Is Hippuric acid hazardous?
Hippuric acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H318 — Causes serious eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Hippuric acid?
For Hippuric acid, Upstream Products: Benzoyl chloride, Glycine, Formaldehyde; Downstream Products: Ammonia, benzoic acid, benzene.
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