3-(4-Methylphenyl)propanoic acid
Also known as: 3-(4-Methylphenyl)propionic acid, 3-(p-Tolyl)propionic acid, 3-(p-Tolyl)propanoic acid, 4-Methylhydrocinnamic acid, p-Methylhydrocinnamic acid, Benzenepropanoic acid, 4-methyl-, 3-P-TOLYLPROPANOIC ACID, 4-METHYLHYDROCINNAMIC ACID, P-METHYLHYDROCINNAMIC ACID
3-(4-Methylphenyl)propanoic acid (CAS 1505-50-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12O2 and a molecular weight of 164.201 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 115-118 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 290.6±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 187.7±13.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 1505-50-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-4927-4
- Molecular Formula
- C10H12O2
- Molecular Weight
- 164.201 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 115-118 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 290.6±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 187.7±13.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 164.083725 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 2.30 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.538 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- 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 3-(4-Methylphenyl)propanoic acid?
The CAS number of 3-(4-Methylphenyl)propanoic acid is 1505-50-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-(4-Methylphenyl)propanoic acid?
3-(4-Methylphenyl)propanoic acid has molecular formula C10H12O2 and molecular weight 164.201 g/mol.
Is 3-(4-Methylphenyl)propanoic acid hazardous?
3-(4-Methylphenyl)propanoic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-(4-Methylphenyl)propanoic acid?
For 3-(4-Methylphenyl)propanoic acid, Upstream Products: 4-Methylcinnamic acid, 4-Methylstyrene, Formic Acid; Downstream Products: 3-(4-Carboxyphenyl)propionic acid, 3-Phenylpropan-1-ol, 3-(p-Tolyl)propan-1-ol.
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