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4-Acetamidobenzoic acid

Also known as: p-Acetylamino benzoic acid, p-Acetamidobenzoic acid, Acedoben, N-Acetyl-4-aminobenzoic acid, 4-Acetylaminobenzoic acid, 4-Carboxyacetanilide, p-Carboxyacetanilide, Benzoic acid, 4-(acetylamino)-, Benzoic acid, 4-acetamido-, Benzoic acid, p-acetamido-, 4-(acetylamino)benzoic acid, N-Acetyl-PABA, PAAB, PAABA, Acedobene, Acedobenum, p-Acetaminobenzoic acid, para-acetamidobenzoic acid, MFCD00002534, EINECS 209-114-7

4-Acetamidobenzoic acid (CAS 556-08-1) 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 179.17 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 259-262 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 439.6±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 219.7±24.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
556-08-1
Jingsj CID
J-47525-2
Molecular Formula
C9H9NO3
Molecular Weight
179.17 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point259-262 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point439.6±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point219.7±24.0 °C
Exact Mass179.058243
PSA66.40000
LogP1.31
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.1 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.620
StabilityStable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Additional Property<0.1 g/100 mL at 21 ºC

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2924299090
Summary2924299090. 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 4-Acetamidobenzoic acid?

The CAS number of 4-Acetamidobenzoic acid is 556-08-1.

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

4-Acetamidobenzoic acid has molecular formula C9H9NO3 and molecular weight 179.17 g/mol.

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

For 4-Acetamidobenzoic acid, Upstream Products: 4-aminobenzoic acid, acetic acid, p-Acetotoluidide; Downstream Products: 4-Acetamidosalicylic acid, 4-Amino-3,5-dibromobenzoic acid, butamben.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "4-Acetamidobenzoic acid (CAS 556-08-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-47525-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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