2-Bromo-2-phenylacetic acid
Also known as: alpha-Bromophenylacetic acid, DL-alpha-Bromophenylacetic acid, Bromo(phenyl)acetic acid, α-Bromophenylacetic Acid, 2-Bromo-2-Phenylacetic Acid, Benzeneacetic acid, alpha-bromo-
2-Bromo-2-phenylacetic acid (CAS 4870-65-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7BrO2 and a molecular weight of 215.044 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 82-83 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 286.7±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 127.2±21.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 4870-65-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-44973-0
- Molecular Formula
- C8H7BrO2
- Molecular Weight
- 215.044 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 82-83 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 286.7±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 127.2±21.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 213.962936 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 2.49 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.606 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetic acid?
The CAS number of 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetic acid is 4870-65-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetic acid?
2-Bromo-2-phenylacetic acid has molecular formula C8H7BrO2 and molecular weight 215.044 g/mol.
Is 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetic acid hazardous?
2-Bromo-2-phenylacetic acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetic acid?
For 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetic acid, Upstream Products: (R)-(-)-Mandelic acid, Benzaldehyde, 2-Amino-2-phenylacetic acid; Downstream Products: 2-Bromophenylacetyl chloride, (R)-(-)-alpha-Methoxyphenylacetic acid, (S)-(+)-alpha-Methoxyphenylacetic acid.
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