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2-Amino-2-phenylacetic acid

Also known as: 2-Phenylglycine, DL-2-Phenylglycine, DL-α-Phenylglycine, α-Phenylglycine, (±)-α-Aminophenylacetic acid, DL-α-Aminophenylacetic acid, Phenylglycine, MFCD00064402, EINECS 220-608-1

2-Amino-2-phenylacetic acid (CAS 2835-06-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 151.163 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 121-127ºC, a boiling point of 288.7±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 128.4±24.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
2835-06-5
Jingsj CID
J-7553-6
Molecular Formula
C8H9NO2
Molecular Weight
151.163 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point121-127ºC
Boiling Point288.7±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point128.4±24.0 °C
Exact Mass151.063324
PSA63.32000
LogP0.94
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.589

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information[1]. Alexandre-Gouabau MC, et al. Comprehensive Preterm Breast Milk Metabotype Associated with Optimal Infant Early GrowthPattern. Nutrients. 2019 Feb 28;11(3).

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code29224995

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Amino-2-phenylacetic acid?

The CAS number of 2-Amino-2-phenylacetic acid is 2835-06-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Amino-2-phenylacetic acid?

2-Amino-2-phenylacetic acid has molecular formula C8H9NO2 and molecular weight 151.163 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Amino-2-phenylacetic acid?

For 2-Amino-2-phenylacetic acid, Upstream Products: Benzoylformic acid, L-Phenylglycine, (2E)-2-hydroxyimino-2-phenylacetic acid; Downstream Products: Ammonia, Dimethylamine, (RS)-3-Hydroxyphenylglycine.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Amino-2-phenylacetic acid (CAS 2835-06-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-7553-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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