4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenoxyacetic acid

4-(羟基甲基)苯氧基乙酸

Also known as: HMP Linker, HMP-Linker, HMPLinker, 2-[4-(hydroxymethyl)phenoxy]acetic acid, Acetic acid, 2-[4-(hydroxymethyl)phenoxy]-, MFCD00057827, [4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenoxy]acetic acid, 4-Hydroxymethylphenoxyacetic acid

4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenoxyacetic acid (CAS 68858-21-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H10O4 and a molecular weight of 182.173 g/mol. It is also known as HMP Linker, HMP-Linker and HMPLinker. Key properties include a melting point of 112-114 °C, a boiling point of 378.3±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 156.3±15.8 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
68858-21-9
Jingsj CID
J-38445-4
Molecular Formula
C9H10O4
Chinese Name
4-(羟基甲基)苯氧基乙酸
Molecular Weight
182.173 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point112-114 °C
Boiling Point378.3±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point156.3±15.8 °C
Exact Mass182.057907
PSA66.76000
LogP0.16
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.573

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. C T Bui, et al. Improving the performance of an acid-labile 4-hydroxymethyl phenoxyacetic acid (HMP) linker on resin and SynPhase grafted solid-supports. J Pept Sci. 2000 Oct;6(10):534-8.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918990090
Summary2918990090. 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 4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenoxyacetic acid?

The CAS number of 4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenoxyacetic acid is 68858-21-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenoxyacetic acid?

4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenoxyacetic acid has molecular formula C9H10O4 and molecular weight 182.173 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenoxyacetic acid?

For 4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenoxyacetic acid, Upstream Products: Sodium bicarbonate, 4-(Bromomethyl)phenoxyacetic acid, ethyl 2-[4-(hydroxymethyl)phenoxy]acetate.

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