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(R)-2-Bromo-3-phenylpropionic acid

Also known as: (D)-1-BROMO-2-PHENYLPROPIONIC ACID, (R)-(-)-2-BROMO-3-PHENYLPROPIONIC ACID, (R)-.alpha.-Bromobenzenepropanoic acid, (2R)-2-bromo-3-phenylpropanoic acid, 3-Phenyl-2(R)-bromopropionic acid, D-.alpha.-Bromo-.beta.-phenylpropionic acid

(R)-2-Bromo-3-phenylpropionic acid (CAS 42990-55-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H9BrO2 and a molecular weight of 229.07100 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 145-155ºC, a boiling point of 394.3ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.425g/cm3 and a flash point of 172.5ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
42990-55-6
Jingsj CID
J-990656-3
Molecular Formula
C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight
229.07100 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point145-155ºC
Boiling Point394.3ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.425g/cm3
Flash Point172.5ºC
Exact Mass227.97900
PSA37.30000
LogP2.07720
Refractive Index1.688

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2916399090
Summary2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (R)-2-Bromo-3-phenylpropionic acid?

The CAS number of (R)-2-Bromo-3-phenylpropionic acid is 42990-55-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (R)-2-Bromo-3-phenylpropionic acid?

(R)-2-Bromo-3-phenylpropionic acid has molecular formula C9H9BrO2 and molecular weight 229.07100 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (R)-2-Bromo-3-phenylpropionic acid?

For (R)-2-Bromo-3-phenylpropionic acid, Downstream Products: (R)-2-Acetylthio-3-phenylpropionic Acid, (S)-2-Acetylthio-3-phenylpropionic Acid, trans-Cinnamic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "(R)-2-Bromo-3-phenylpropionic acid (CAS 42990-55-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-990656-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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