2-Benzylbenzoic acid
Also known as: o-Benzylbenzoic acid, α-Phenyl-o-toluic acid, α-Phenyl-2-toluic acid, 2-(Phenylmethyl)benzoic acid, 2-Carboxydiphenylmethane, NSC 74872
2-Benzylbenzoic acid (CAS 612-35-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H12O2 and a molecular weight of 212.244 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 112-115ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 363.2±11.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 168.6±13.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 612-35-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-46583-8
- Molecular Formula
- C14H12O2
- Molecular Weight
- 212.244 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 112-115ºC(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 363.2±11.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 168.6±13.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 212.083725 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 3.88 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.605 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Christopeit T, et al. Discovery of Novel Inhibitor Scaffolds against the Metallo-β-lactamase VIM-2 by Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) Based Fragment Screening. J Med Chem. 2015 Nov 12;58(21):8671-82. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916399090 |
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| 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-Benzylbenzoic acid?
The CAS number of 2-Benzylbenzoic acid is 612-35-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Benzylbenzoic acid?
2-Benzylbenzoic acid has molecular formula C14H12O2 and molecular weight 212.244 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Benzylbenzoic acid?
For 2-Benzylbenzoic acid, Upstream Products: 2-Benzoylbenzoic acid, 3-Phenylphthalide, Ethyl 2-benzoylbenzoate; Downstream Products: 2-Benzylphenyl isocyanate, Anthracene,9,10-dihydro-, 9H FLUORENE.
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