(R)-2-Hydroxy-2-(4-methylphenyl)propanoic acid

(R)-2-羟基-2-甲基(4-甲基苯)乙酸

Also known as: (R)-2-Hydroxy-2-p-tolylpropionic acid, (-)-p-Methylatrolactic acid, 2-Hydroxy-2-(p-tolyl)propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-2-(4-tolyl)propanoic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, alpha-hydroxy-alpha,4-dimethyl-, (R)-

(R)-2-Hydroxy-2-(4-methylphenyl)propanoic acid (CAS 56031-84-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12O3 and a molecular weight of 180.20000 g/mol. It is also known as (R)-2-Hydroxy-2-p-tolylpropionic acid, (-)-p-Methylatrolactic acid and 2-Hydroxy-2-(p-tolyl)propanoic acid. Key properties include a boiling point of 342.7ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.217g/cm3 and a flash point of 175.2ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
56031-84-6
Jingsj CID
J-995608-7
Molecular Formula
C10H12O3
Chinese Name
(R)-2-羟基-2-甲基(4-甲基苯)乙酸
Molecular Weight
180.20000 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point342.7ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.217g/cm3
Flash Point175.2ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (R)-2-Hydroxy-2-(4-methylphenyl)propanoic acid?

The CAS number of (R)-2-Hydroxy-2-(4-methylphenyl)propanoic acid is 56031-84-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (R)-2-Hydroxy-2-(4-methylphenyl)propanoic acid?

(R)-2-Hydroxy-2-(4-methylphenyl)propanoic acid has molecular formula C10H12O3 and molecular weight 180.20000 g/mol.

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