4-(4-chlorophenyl)-2-methyl-4-oxobutanoic acid

3-(对氯苯甲酰)-2-甲基丙酸

Also known as: 3-(p-chlorobenzoyl)-2-methylpropionic acid, 2-methyl-4-oxo-4-(4'-chlorophenyl)butyric acid, benzenebutanoic acid, 4-chloro-α-methyl-γ-oxo-, 4-(4-chlorophenyl)-2-methyl-4-oxobutanoic acid, MFCD01863260, TIMTEC-BB SBB003312, (2R)-4-(4-chlorophenyl)-2-methyl-4-oxobutanoate

4-(4-chlorophenyl)-2-methyl-4-oxobutanoic acid (CAS 52240-20-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H11ClO3 and a molecular weight of 226.65600 g/mol. It is also known as 3-(p-chlorobenzoyl)-2-methylpropionic acid, 2-methyl-4-oxo-4-(4'-chlorophenyl)butyric acid and benzenebutanoic acid, 4-chloro-α-methyl-γ-oxo-. Key properties include a melting point of 137-139ºC, a boiling point of 407.6ºC at 760mmHg and a flash point of 200.3ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.

52240-20-7

Jingsj CID

J-49937-2

Molecular Formula

C₁₁H₁₁ClO₃

Chinese Name

3-(对氯苯甲酰)-2-甲基丙酸

Molecular Weight

226.65600 g/mol

Category

Organic Acids

Last updated

8/21/2026