Phenylacetic Acid

CAS Number: 103-82-2

Molecular Formula: C8H8O2

Purity: Phenylacetic Acid 99% purity

About Phenylacetic Acid

Phenylacetic Acid (CAS 103-82-2) represents a cornerstone in the API intermediates market, where its role as a primary precursor for penicillin G and semi-synthetic antibiotics accounts for nearly 80% of global consumption, necessitating a Pharma/API purity 99% to ensure stringent regulatory compliance. Benzeneacetic a...

Synonyms

phenylacetate
phenylacetic acid
phenylacetic acid, ammonium salt
phenylacetic acid, calcium salt
phenylacetic acid, cesium salt

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Phenylacetic Acid Specifications

CAS Number

103-82-2

Molecular Formula

C8H8O2

Molecular Weight

136.15 g/mol

IUPAC Name

2-phenylacetic acid

Canonical SMILES

C1=CC=C(C=C1)CC(=O)O

InChI Key

WLJVXDMOQOGPHL-UHFFFAOYSA-N

InChI

InChI=1S/C8H8O2/c9-8(10)6-7-4-2-1-3-5-7/h1-5H,6H2,(H,9,10)

HSN No

29163400

CAS Number

103-82-2

Molecular Formula

C8H8O2

Molecular Weight

136.15 g/mol

IUPAC Name

2-phenylacetic acid

Canonical SMILES

C1=CC=C(C=C1)CC(=O)O

InChI Key

WLJVXDMOQOGPHL-UHFFFAOYSA-N

InChI

InChI=1S/C8H8O2/c9-8(10)6-7-4-2-1-3-5-7/h1-5H,6H2,(H,9,10)

HSN No

29163400

melting_point

76.7 °C

boiling_point

265.5 deg at 760 mm Hg

solubility

In water, 1.73X10+4 mg/L at 25 °C

density

1.091 at 77 °C/4 °C

logP

log Kow = 1.41

Molecular Weight

136.15 g/mol

Purity

Phenylacetic Acid 99% purity

Pharmaceutical Intermediate

A critical organic intermediate used as a precursor in the synthesis of penicillin G, diclofenac, and various non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)

Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient

A versatile aromatic compound utilized in the production of perfumes and food flavorings for its characteristic honey-like and floral scent

Organic Synthesis Building Block

A functionalized carboxylic acid used as a key precursor for the synthesis of chromones, isoflavones, and complex natural products like emethallicin E