CAS 940-31-8

DL-2-Phenoxypropionic acid

Description:

DL-2-Phenoxypropionic acid is an organic compound characterized by its phenoxy and propionic acid functional groups. It appears as a white to off-white crystalline solid and is soluble in organic solvents, with limited solubility in water. This compound is often utilized in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals due to its ability to act as a herbicide and plant growth regulator. The presence of the phenoxy group contributes to its biological activity, while the propionic acid moiety provides acidity and potential for further chemical modifications. DL-2-Phenoxypropionic acid exhibits moderate toxicity and should be handled with care in laboratory settings. Its chemical structure allows for interactions with biological systems, making it a subject of interest in both medicinal and agricultural chemistry. As with many organic compounds, proper storage and handling practices are essential to maintain its stability and efficacy.

Formula: C₉H₁₀O₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C9H10O3/c1-7(9(10)11)12-8-5-3-2-4-6-8/h2-7H,1H3,(H,10,11)

InChI key: InChIKey=SXERGJJQSKIUIC-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• (2R)-2-phenoxypropanoate
• (2S)-2-phenoxypropanoate
• 2-Phenoxypropanoic Acid
• 2-Phenoxypropionic acid
• 2-Ppa
• <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-2-Phenoxypropionic acid
• NSC 1866
• NSC 404102
• Propanoic acid, 2-phenoxy-
• Propionic acid, 2-phenoxy-
• α-Methylphenoxyacetic acid

2-Phenoxypropanoic acid

CAS: 940-31-8

Formula: C₉H₁₀O₃

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 166.1739

Ref: IN-DA003HUN

2-Phenoxypropanoic acid

CAS: 940-31-8

2-Phenoxypropanoic acid

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 166.17g/mol

Ref: 54-OR12736

2-phenoxypropionic Acid

CAS: 940-31-8

Formula: C₉H₁₀O₃

Molecular weight: 166.17

Ref: 7W-GK2978

2-Phenoxypropionic Acid

CAS: 940-31-8

Formula: C₉H₁₀O₃

Purity: >98.0%(GC)(T)

Color and Shape: White to Almost white powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 166.18

Ref: 3B-P0318

2-PHENOXYPROPIONIC ACID

CAS: 940-31-8

Formula: C₉H₁₀O₃

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid, White to almost white powder

Molecular weight: 166.176

Ref: 10-F306602

2-Phenoxypropionic Acid-d5

Controlled Product

CAS: 940-31-8

Formula: C₉D₅H₅O₃

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 171.205

Ref: TR-P318816

2-Phenoxypropionic Acid

Controlled Product

CAS: 940-31-8

Applications 2-Phenoxypropionic Acid is used in organic chemistry reduction reactions. Used in the synthesis of PPAR (peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor (PPAR) ligands.
References Brown, P. et al.: Synthesis., 7, 778 (1997);

Formula: C₉H₁₀O₃

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 166.17

Ref: TR-P318815