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(Phenylsulfonyl)acetic acid

Also known as: (Phenylsulphonyl)acetic acid, 2-(Phenylsulfonyl)acetic acid, 2-(Phenylsulphonyl)acetic acid, 2-(benzenesulfonyl)acetic acid, Phenylsulfonyl acetic acid

(Phenylsulfonyl)acetic acid (CAS 3959-23-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8O4S and a molecular weight of 200.212 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 112 °C, a boiling point of 452.2±37.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 227.3±26.5 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
3959-23-7
Jingsj CID
J-5159-2
Molecular Formula
C8H8O4S
Molecular Weight
200.212 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point112 °C
Boiling Point452.2±37.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point227.3±26.5 °C
Exact Mass200.014328
PSA79.82000
LogP0.47
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.2 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.567

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2916399090
Summary2916399090 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 (Phenylsulfonyl)acetic acid?

The CAS number of (Phenylsulfonyl)acetic acid is 3959-23-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (Phenylsulfonyl)acetic acid?

(Phenylsulfonyl)acetic acid has molecular formula C8H8O4S and molecular weight 200.212 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (Phenylsulfonyl)acetic acid?

For (Phenylsulfonyl)acetic acid, Upstream Products: (Phenylthio)acetic acid, Methyl phenylsulfonylacetate, Sodium benzenesulfinate; Downstream Products: Methyl phenylsulfonylacetate, acetic acid, Benzenesulfinic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "(Phenylsulfonyl)acetic acid (CAS 3959-23-7)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-5159-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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