2-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid
Also known as: o-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid, 2-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)acetic acid, 2-HPAA, o-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid, NSC 62000
2-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid (CAS 614-75-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8O3 and a molecular weight of 152.147 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 145-147 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 321.8±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 162.6±18.8 °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.
- 614-75-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-38782-6
- Molecular Formula
- C8H8O3
- Molecular Weight
- 152.147 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 145-147 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 321.8±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 162.6±18.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 152.047348 |
| PSA | 57.53000 |
| LogP | 0.92 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.591 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Mönch E, et al. Examination of urine metabolites in the newborn period and during protein loading tests at 6 months of age--Part 1. Eur J Pediatr. 1990;149 Suppl 1:S17-24. |
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 2-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid?
The CAS number of 2-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid is 614-75-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid?
2-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid has molecular formula C8H8O3 and molecular weight 152.147 g/mol.
Is 2-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid hazardous?
2-Hydroxyphenylacetic 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-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid?
For 2-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid, Upstream Products: 2-Allylphenol, Allyl phenyl ether, Salicyl alcohol; Downstream Products: 3-(Methoxymethylene)-2(3H)-benzofuranone, Homogentisic acid, 2-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)ethanol.
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