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4-(Methylthio)phenylacetic acid

Also known as: 2-(4-(methylthio)phenyl)acetic acid, 2-(4-methylsulfanylphenyl)acetic acid, 2-[4-(Methylsulfanyl)phenyl]acetic acid, 4-(Methylthio)benzeneacetic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, 4-(methylthio)-, (4-METHYLSULFANYL-PHENYL)-ACETIC ACID, RARECHEM AL BO 0923, [4-(Methylsulfanyl)phenyl]acetic acid

4-(Methylthio)phenylacetic acid (CAS 16188-55-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H10O2S and a molecular weight of 182.240 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 97-98 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 337.4±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 157.9±23.2 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
16188-55-9
Jingsj CID
J-8194-7
Molecular Formula
C9H10O2S
Molecular Weight
182.240 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point97-98 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point337.4±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point157.9±23.2 °C
Exact Mass182.040146
PSA62.60000
LogP1.99
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.596

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-(Methylthio)phenylacetic acid?

The CAS number of 4-(Methylthio)phenylacetic acid is 16188-55-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-(Methylthio)phenylacetic acid?

4-(Methylthio)phenylacetic acid has molecular formula C9H10O2S and molecular weight 182.240 g/mol.

Is 4-(Methylthio)phenylacetic acid hazardous?

4-(Methylthio)phenylacetic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "4-(Methylthio)phenylacetic acid (CAS 16188-55-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-8194-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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