3,3,3-Triphenylpropionic acid

3,3,3-三苯基丙酸

Also known as: Tritylacetic acid, 3,3,3-Triphenylpropanoic acid, 2-Triphenylmethylacetic acid, 2-Tritylacetic acid, NSC131292, MFCD00002713

3,3,3-Triphenylpropionic acid (CAS 900-91-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C21H18O2 and a molecular weight of 302.366 g/mol. It is also known as Tritylacetic acid, 3,3,3-Triphenylpropanoic acid and 2-Triphenylmethylacetic acid. Key properties include a melting point of 179-183 °C, a boiling point of 433.6±14.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 330.3±15.2 °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.
900-91-4
Jingsj CID
J-1511657-6
Molecular Formula
C21H18O2
Chinese Name
3,3,3-三苯基丙酸
Molecular Weight
302.366 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point179-183 °C
Boiling Point433.6±14.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point330.3±15.2 °C
Exact Mass302.130676
PSA37.30000
LogP5.07
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.1 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.611

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

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 3,3,3-Triphenylpropionic acid?

The CAS number of 3,3,3-Triphenylpropionic acid is 900-91-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3,3,3-Triphenylpropionic acid?

3,3,3-Triphenylpropionic acid has molecular formula C21H18O2 and molecular weight 302.366 g/mol.

Is 3,3,3-Triphenylpropionic acid hazardous?

3,3,3-Triphenylpropionic 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 3,3,3-Triphenylpropionic acid?

For 3,3,3-Triphenylpropionic acid, Upstream Products: Triphenylmethanol, Triphenylmethyl chloride, Bromotriphenylmethane; Downstream Products: 2,3-Diphenyl-1-indenone, Benzenepropanenitrile, β,β-diphenyl-.

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