5-Phenylvaleric acid
Also known as: 5-Phenylpentanoic acid, 5-Phenylvalerate, 5-phenyl-n-valeric acid, Benzenepentanoic acid, Phenylpentanoic acid, Phenylvaleric acid, Valeric acid,5-phenyl, gamma-phenylvaleric acid, Ph(CH2)4COOH
5-Phenylvaleric acid (CAS 2270-20-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H14O2 and a molecular weight of 178.228 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 58-60 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 308.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 227.2±17.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2270-20-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-49216-2
- Molecular Formula
- C11H14O2
- Molecular Weight
- 178.228 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 58-60 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 308.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 227.2±17.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 178.099380 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 2.70 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.528 |
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 5-Phenylvaleric acid?
The CAS number of 5-Phenylvaleric acid is 2270-20-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Phenylvaleric acid?
5-Phenylvaleric acid has molecular formula C11H14O2 and molecular weight 178.228 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-Phenylvaleric acid?
For 5-Phenylvaleric acid, Upstream Products: Cinnamylideneacetic acid, (2-Iodoethyl)benzene, Acrylic acid; Downstream Products: Cyclohexanepentanoic acid, 7-Phenylheptanoic acid, Butylbenzene.
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