3-Phenoxybenzoic acid
Also known as: 3-Carboxydiphenyl ether, 3-PhOC6H4COOH, m-Phenoxybenzoic acid, meta-Phenoxybenzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 3-phenoxy-, Benzoic acid,3-phenoxy
3-Phenoxybenzoic acid (CAS 3739-38-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C13H10O3 and a molecular weight of 214.217 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 147-149 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 372.9±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 145.7±16.7 °C. 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.
- 3739-38-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-30176-7
- Molecular Formula
- C13H10O3
- Molecular Weight
- 214.217 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 147-149 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 372.9±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 145.7±16.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 214.062988 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 3.91 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.608 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
- H400 — Very toxic to aquatic life
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918990090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. 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 3-Phenoxybenzoic acid?
The CAS number of 3-Phenoxybenzoic acid is 3739-38-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Phenoxybenzoic acid?
3-Phenoxybenzoic acid has molecular formula C13H10O3 and molecular weight 214.217 g/mol.
Is 3-Phenoxybenzoic acid hazardous?
3-Phenoxybenzoic 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 3-Phenoxybenzoic acid?
For 3-Phenoxybenzoic acid, Upstream Products: 1-Methyl-3-phenoxybenzene, 3-Phenoxybenzaldehyde, tert-Butyl hydroperoxide; Downstream Products: Diphenyl ether, 3-Phenoxybenzaldehyde, 3-phenoxybenzoyl chloride.
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