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Methyl [1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylate

Also known as: Methyl 4-phenylbenzoate, Methyl biphenyl-4-carboxylate, Methyl 4-biphenylcarboxylate, 4-Biphenylcarboxylic acid methyl ester, p-Phenylbenzoic acid methyl ester, MFCD00017200, EINECS 211-954-4, AKOS 213-157, TIMTEC-BB SBB008282

Methyl [1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylate (CAS 720-75-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H12O2 and a molecular weight of 212.24400 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 118°C, a boiling point of 307.8ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.048g/cm3 and a flash point of 132.7ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
720-75-2
Jingsj CID
J-5622-4
Molecular Formula
C14H12O2
Molecular Weight
212.24400 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point118°C
Boiling Point307.8ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.048g/cm3
Flash Point132.7ºC
Exact Mass212.08400
PSA26.30000
LogP3.14020
Refractive Index1.517

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 Methyl [1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylate?

The CAS number of Methyl [1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylate is 720-75-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl [1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylate?

Methyl [1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylate has molecular formula C14H12O2 and molecular weight 212.24400 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl [1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylate?

For Methyl [1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylate, Upstream Products: Methyl 4-chlorobenzoate, Phenyltrimethoxysilane, Methyl 4-bromobenzoate; Downstream Products: 4-Biphenylmethanol, 4-Biphenylcarboxylic acid, Biphenyl.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl [1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylate (CAS 720-75-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-5622-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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