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4-Hydroxy-L-phenylglycine

Also known as: Oxfenicine, (2S)-2-amino-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetic acid, (2S)-Amino(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetic acid, (2S)-amino(4-hydroxyphenyl)ethanoic acid, (S)-2-Amino-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetic acid, (S)-AMINO-(4-HYDROXY-PHENYL)-ACETIC ACID, (S)-a-Amino-4-hydroxybenzeneacetic Acid, (aS)-a-Amino-4-hydroxybenzeneacetic Acid, 4-HYDROXY-L-PHENYLGLYCINE, 4-Hydroxy-L-(+)-2-phenylglycine, 4-Hydroxy-L-phenylglycine, Benzeneacetic acid, α-amino-4-hydroxy-, (αS)-, H-HPG-OH, H-PHG(4-HYDROXY)-OH, H-Phg(4-OH)-OH, L-(+)-2-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)glycine, L-(+)-A-4-HYDROXYPHENYLGLYCINE, L-(+)-P-HYDROXYPHENYLGLYCINE, L-4-HYDROXYPHENYLGLYCINE, L-4-Hydroxyphenylglycine

4-Hydroxy-L-phenylglycine (CAS 32462-30-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H9NO3 and a molecular weight of 167.162 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 240ºC (dec.), a boiling point of 365.8±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 175.0±25.1 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
32462-30-9
Jingsj CID
J-878-6
Molecular Formula
C8H9NO3
Molecular Weight
167.162 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point240ºC (dec.)
Boiling Point365.8±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point175.0±25.1 °C
Exact Mass167.058243
PSA69.56000
LogP0.20
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.633

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2922509090
Summary2922509090. other amino-alcohol-phenols, amino-acid-phenols and other amino-compounds with oxygen function. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Hydroxy-L-phenylglycine?

The CAS number of 4-Hydroxy-L-phenylglycine is 32462-30-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Hydroxy-L-phenylglycine?

4-Hydroxy-L-phenylglycine has molecular formula C8H9NO3 and molecular weight 167.162 g/mol.

Is 4-Hydroxy-L-phenylglycine hazardous?

4-Hydroxy-L-phenylglycine has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Hydroxy-L-phenylglycine?

For 4-Hydroxy-L-phenylglycine, Upstream Products: 2-amino-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)acetic acid; Downstream Products: Amoxicillin.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "4-Hydroxy-L-phenylglycine (CAS 32462-30-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-878-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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