CAS 2051-95-8: 3-Benzoylpropionic acid

Description: 3-Benzoylpropionic acid, with the CAS number 2051-95-8, is an organic compound characterized by its structure, which features a propionic acid backbone with a benzoyl group attached at the third carbon. This compound typically appears as a white to off-white crystalline solid and is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone, but has limited solubility in water. It possesses both acidic and aromatic properties, making it a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis. The presence of the carboxylic acid functional group contributes to its acidity, while the benzoyl moiety enhances its reactivity in various chemical reactions, including acylation and esterification. 3-Benzoylpropionic acid is often utilized in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals. Additionally, it may exhibit biological activity, which can be of interest in medicinal chemistry. Proper handling and storage are essential due to its potential irritant properties.

Formula: C₁₀H₁₀O₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C10H10O3/c11-9(6-7-10(12)13)8-4-2-1-3-5-8/h1-5H,6-7H2,(H,12,13)

InChI key: InChIKey=KMQLIDDEQAJAGJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: O=C(O)CCC(=O)C=1C=CC=CC1

Synonyms:

• 2-(3-Carboxyphenyl) Propionic Acid
• 3-Benzoylpropanoic acid
• 3-Phenoxypropanoic Acid
• 4-Oxo-4-Phenylbutanoate
• 4-Oxo-4-Phenylbutanoic Acid
• 4-Oxo-4-phenylbutyric acid
• 4-Phenyl-4-oxobutanoic acid
• Benzenebutanoic acid, γ-oxo-
• Gamma-Oxo-Benzenebutanoic Acid
• NSC 2092
• NSC 229040
• NSC 51010
• Propanoic acid, 3-benzoyl-
• Propionic acid, 3-benzoyl-
• β-Benzoylpropionic acid
• γ-Oxobenzenebutanoic acid

3-Benzoylpropionic Acid

CAS: 2051-95-8

• Formula: C₁₀H₁₀O₃
• Purity: >98.0%(GC)(T)
• Color and Shape: White to Almost white powder to crystal
• Molecular weight: 178.19

3-Benzoylpropionic acid, 98+%

CAS: 2051-95-8

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• Formula: C₁₀H₁₀O₃
• Purity: 98+%
• Color and Shape: White to cream, Powder
• Molecular weight: 178.19

Phenylbutyrate Related Compound A (4-oxo-4-phenylbutanoic acid)

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Carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, …

• Formula: C₁₀H₁₀O₃
• Color and Shape: Powder
• Molecular weight: 178.06299

Benzenebutanoic acid, γ-oxo-

CAS: 2051-95-8

• Formula: C₁₀H₁₀O₃
• Purity: 95%
• Color and Shape: Solid
• Molecular weight: 178.1846

3-Benzoylpropionic acid

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• Formula: C₆H₅COCH₂CH₂CO₂H
• Molecular weight: 178.19

3-Benzoylpropionic acid, 98%

CAS: 2051-95-8

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• Formula: C₁₀H₁₀O₃
• Purity: 98%
• Color and Shape: White to cream, Crystalline powder
• Molecular weight: 178.19

Phenylbutyrate Related Compound 2 (3-Benzoylpropionic Acid)

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• Formula: C₁₀H₁₀O₃
• Molecular weight: 178.063

4-Oxo-4-phenylbutanoic acid

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• Purity: 98+%
• Molecular weight: 178.18g/mol

4-Oxo-4-phenylbutyric acid

CAS: 2051-95-8

• Purity: 98.0%
• Color and Shape: Solid, Crystalline or Powder
• Molecular weight: 178.18699645996094

3-Benzoylpropanoic Acid

CAS: 2051-95-8

Applications 3-Benzoylpropanoic Acid (cas# 2051-95-8) is a compound useful in organic synthesis.

• Formula: C₁₀H₁₀O₃
• Color and Shape: Neat
• Molecular weight: 178.185

3-Benzoylpropanoic acid

CAS: 2051-95-8

3-Benzoylpropanoic acid is an inhibitor of the enzyme phosphatase. It binds to the hydroxyl group …

• Formula: C₁₀H₁₀O₃
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Molecular weight: 178.18 g/mol