4-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid
CAS Number156-38-7
FormulaHOC6H4CH2CO2H
Mol. Weight152.15 g/mol
4-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid
What is 4-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid?
4-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid is a chemical compound with CAS number 156-38-7 and molecular formula HOC6H4CH2CO2H. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
Reagent used in the acylation of phenols1 and amines.2
Specifications
Linear Formula
HOC6H4CH2CO2H
Molecular Weight
152.15 g/mol
Assay/Purity
98%
Safety Information
GHS07Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
H315-H319-H335
Precautionary Statements
P261-P305 + P351 + P338
Required PPE
dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves
Melting Point
148-151 °C(lit.)
EC Number
205-851-3
WGK Germany
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