2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic acid
Also known as: 4'-Chlorobenzophenone-2-carboxylic acid, p-Chlorobenzoylbenzoic acid, CBBA
2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic acid (CAS 85-56-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H9ClO3 and a molecular weight of 260.67200 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 149-150 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 470.8ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.357 g/cm3 and a flash point of 238.5ºC. 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.
- 85-56-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-987480-0
- Molecular Formula
- C14H9ClO3
- Molecular Weight
- 260.67200 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 149-150 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 470.8ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.357 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 238.5ºC |
| Exact Mass | 260.02400 |
| PSA | 54.37000 |
| LogP | 3.26920 |
| Refractive Index | 1.624 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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 2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic acid?
The CAS number of 2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic acid is 85-56-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic acid?
2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic acid has molecular formula C14H9ClO3 and molecular weight 260.67200 g/mol.
Is 2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic acid hazardous?
2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic acid?
For 2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic acid, Upstream Products: Phthalic anhydride, Chlorobenzene, 2-(4-chlorophenyl)-2-oxoacetic acid; Downstream Products: 4-(4-Chlorophenyl)phthalazin-1(2H)-one, 2-Chloroanthracene, 3-(4-Chlorophenyl)-1-isoindolinone.
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