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4-Acetylbenzoic acid

Also known as: p-Acetylbenzoic acid, 4-Carboxyacetophenone, Acetophenone-4-carboxylic acid, 4'-Acetophenonecarboxylic acid, Benzoic acid, 4-acetyl-, 4-(1-Oxoethyl)benzoic acid

4-Acetylbenzoic acid (CAS 586-89-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H8O3 and a molecular weight of 164.158 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 208-210 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 339.9±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 173.6±19.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
586-89-0
Jingsj CID
J-42534-3
Molecular Formula
C9H8O3
Molecular Weight
164.158 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point208-210 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point339.9±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point173.6±19.7 °C
Exact Mass164.047348
PSA54.37000
LogP1.61
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.561
Additional Propertysoluble

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918300090
Summary2918300090 other carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone 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-Acetylbenzoic acid?

The CAS number of 4-Acetylbenzoic acid is 586-89-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Acetylbenzoic acid?

4-Acetylbenzoic acid has molecular formula C9H8O3 and molecular weight 164.158 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Acetylbenzoic acid?

For 4-Acetylbenzoic acid, Upstream Products: Carbon dioxide, 4'-Bromoacetophenone, 4-Ethylacetophenone; Downstream Products: Methyl 4-(bromoacetyl)benzoate, Methyl 4-acetylbenzoate, Ethyl 4-acetylbenzoate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "4-Acetylbenzoic acid (CAS 586-89-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-42534-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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