3-Phenylbutyric acid
Also known as: (±)-3-Phenylbutyric acid, 3-Phenylbutanoic acid, β-Methylhydrocinnamic acid, beta-Methylbenzenepropanoic acid, 3-Phenylbutyrate, Benzenepropanoic acid, beta-methyl-, MFCD00002725, NSC 177801, NSC 67346
3-Phenylbutyric acid (CAS 4593-90-2) 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 35-38 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 288.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 170.2±13.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 4593-90-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-49419-9
- 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 | 35-38 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 288.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 170.2±13.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 164.083725 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 2.19 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.531 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Simoni S, et al. Enantioselective Metabolism of Chiral 3-Phenylbutyric Acid, an Intermediate of Linear Alkylbenzene Degradation, by Rhodococcus rhodochrous PB1. Appl Environ Microbiol. 1996 Mar;62(3):749-55. [2]. Sariaslani FS, et al. Degradation of 3-phenylbutyric acid by Pseudomonas sp. J Bacteriol. 1982 Oct;152(1):411-21. |
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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 3-Phenylbutyric acid?
The CAS number of 3-Phenylbutyric acid is 4593-90-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Phenylbutyric acid?
3-Phenylbutyric acid has molecular formula C10H12O2 and molecular weight 164.201 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Phenylbutyric acid?
For 3-Phenylbutyric acid, Upstream Products: α-methylstyrene, Bromobenzene, Crotonic acid; Downstream Products: 3-Methyl-1-indanone, 1,3-diphenyl-1-butanone, Methylindene.
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