Phenylpyruvic acid
Also known as: 3-Phenylpyruvic acid, 2-Oxo-3-phenylpropanoic acid, 2-Oxo-3-phenylpropionic acid, 3-Phenyl-2-oxopropanoic acid, 2-Ketohydrocinnamic acid, beta-Phenylpyruvic acid, alpha-Keto-DL-phenylalanine, Phenylpyroracemic acid, benzyl glyoxylic acid, phenylpyruvate
Phenylpyruvic acid (CAS 156-06-9) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H8O3 and a molecular weight of 164.158 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 150-154 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 299.1±19.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 148.9±18.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 156-06-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-8963-4
- Molecular Formula
- C9H8O3
- Molecular Weight
- 164.158 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 150-154 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 299.1±19.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 148.9±18.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 164.047348 |
| PSA | 54.37000 |
| LogP | 0.54 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.557 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918300090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918300090 other carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Phenylpyruvic acid?
The CAS number of Phenylpyruvic acid is 156-06-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Phenylpyruvic acid?
Phenylpyruvic acid has molecular formula C9H8O3 and molecular weight 164.158 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Phenylpyruvic acid?
For Phenylpyruvic acid, Upstream Products: DL-3-phenyllactic acid, Phenylpropiolic acid, Benzaldehyde; Downstream Products: N-Formyl-DL-phenylalanine, Oxalic acid, Benzaldehyde.
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