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2-(2-(4-Chlorophenyl)acetyl)benzoic acid
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2-(2-(4-Chlorophenyl)acetyl)benzoic acid is a synthetic organic compound used in pharmaceutical research and intermediate synthesis. It is a white to off-white crystalline powder with a molecular weight of 274.70 g/mol, a molecular formula of C15H11ClO3, and a CAS number of 53242-76-5. It should be stored at ambient temperature and handled with care due to its danger signal word. Molekula supplies 2-(2-(4-Chlorophenyl)acetyl)benzoic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off white powder |
| Melting Point | 141-145°C |
| Purity (HPLC) | ≥99.0% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤1.0% |
| Assay | ≥99.0% |
| Related Substances | Individual impurity: ≤0.5%. |
| Total Impurities | ≤1.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90034601 |
| CAS Number | 53242-76-5 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-[2-(4-chlorophenyl)acetyl]benzoic acid |
| EC Number | 258-444-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C15H11ClO3 |
| Molecular Weight | 274.70 |
| Exact Mass | 274.0397 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C(C(=C1)C(=O)CC2=CC=C(C=C2)Cl)C(=O)O |
| InChIKey | BDSINYHJZLINDJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C15H11ClO3/c16-11-7-5-10(6-8-11)9-14(17)12-3-1-2-4-13(12)15(18)19/h1-8H,9H2,(H,18,19) |
| PubChem CID | 104451 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29183030000 |
| Tariff Code | 2918300090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H351 Suspected of causing cancer
- H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
Precautionary statements
- P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 2-((4-Chlorophenyl)acetyl)benzoic acid
- 2-(4-Chlorophenylaceto)benzoic acid
- 2-(P-CHLOROPHENYLACETYL)BENZOIC ACID
- BDSINYHJZLINDJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- BENZOIC ACID, 2-(2-(4-CHLOROPHENYL)ACETYL)-
- Benzoic acid, 2-[(4-chlorophenyl)acetyl]-
- Chlorophenylacetylbenzoic Acid
Frequently asked questions
What is 2-(2-(4-Chlorophenyl)acetyl)benzoic acid used for?
It is the key intermediate in the synthesis of azelastine, an H1-antihistamine used for allergic rhinitis and conjunctivitis. Condensation with hydrazine gives 4-(4-chlorobenzyl)phthalazin-1(2H)-one, which is then carried forward to azelastine. It is also listed as Azelastine EP Impurity C and is used as a pharmacopoeial impurity reference standard for azelastine.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is C15H11ClO3 with a molecular weight of 274.70 g/mol.
How should this compound be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available?
This product is available in technical grade; custom purity levels may be requested upon inquiry.
Can Molekula supply this in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply this compound in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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