CAS 103-82-2

Phenylacetic acid

Description:

Phenylacetic acid is an aromatic carboxylic acid characterized by its molecular formula C8H8O2. It features a phenyl group (a benzene ring) attached to an acetic acid moiety, which contributes to its unique properties. This compound typically appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a sweet, floral odor. It has a relatively low solubility in water but is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether. Phenylacetic acid is known for its role in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and fragrances, as well as serving as a building block in organic chemistry. Its melting point is around room temperature, and it has a boiling point that indicates it can be easily vaporized. Additionally, it exhibits mild acidity, making it a weak acid in aqueous solutions. Due to its structural features, phenylacetic acid can participate in various chemical reactions, including esterification and amidation, further expanding its utility in chemical synthesis and industrial applications.

Formula: C₈H₈O₂

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

InChI key: InChIKey=WLJVXDMOQOGPHL-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(C(O)=O)C1=CC=CC=C1

Synonyms:

• 2-Phenylacetic acid
• Acetic acid, phenyl-
• Acide phenylacetique
• Acido Fenilacetico
• Benzeneacetic acid
• Nsc 125718
• PAA
• Phenyl-Acetic Acid
• Phenylessigsaeure
• Phenylessigsaure
• Phenylethanoic acid
• Phenysan
• α-Toluic acid
• ω-Phenylacetic acid
• Phenylacetic acid
• alpha-Tolylic acid
• Phenoxacetic acid
• calcium bis(phenylacetate)
• ammonium phenylacetate
• alpha-Toluic acid
• phenylacetate
• sodium phenylacetate
• a-Tolylic Acid

Phenylacetic acid

Controlled Product

CAS: 103-82-2

Phenylacetic acid

Formula: C₈H₈O₂

Color and Shape: Off-White

Molecular weight: 136.1479

Ref: 47-1026

Phenylacetic Acid

Controlled Product

CAS: 103-82-2

Formula: C₈H₈O₂

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 136.15

Ref: 86-MM0160.03

TROPICAMIDE IMPURITY D CRS - * DRUG PRECURSOR (PHENYLACETIC ACID)

Controlled Product

CAS: 103-82-2

TROPICAMIDE IMPURITY D CRS - * DRUG PRECURSOR (PHENYLACETIC ACID)

Formula: C₈H₈O₂

Color and Shape: Powder.

Molecular weight: 136.1479

Ref: 41-Y0001248

Cyclopentolate EP Impurity B

Controlled Product

CAS: 103-82-2

Formula: C₈H₈O₂

Molecular weight: 136.15

Ref: ST-EA-CP-C99002

Benzathine Benzylpenicillin EP Impurity B

Controlled Product

CAS: 103-82-2

Formula: C₈H₈O₂

Molecular weight: 136.15

Ref: ST-EA-CP-B76019

Phenylacetic acid

Controlled Product

CAS: 103-82-2

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Formula: C₈H₈O₂

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 136.15 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FP31793

Tropicamide Related Compound D (2-Phenylacetic acid)

Controlled Product

CAS: 103-82-2

Phenylacetic acid (alpha-toluic acid) and its salts

Formula: C₈H₈O₂

Color and Shape: Beige Powder

Molecular weight: 136.05243

Ref: 45-1699049

Phenylacetic Acid (Benzylpenicillin Potassium EP Impurity B (Benzylpenicillin (Benzathine) EP Impurity B, Benzylpenicillin (Procaine) EP Impurity E, Benzylpenicillin Sodium EP Impurity B))

Controlled Product

CAS: 103-82-2

Formula: C₈H₈O₂

Molecular weight: 136.15

Ref: 4Z-A-138080