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2-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid
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2-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid is an organic compound belonging to the phenylacetic acid family, primarily used as a precursor in pharmaceutical synthesis, as an intermediate for 2-coumaranone (benzofuran-2(3H)-one) and agrochemical targets, and as a building block for specialty chemicals. It appears as a white to off-white crystalline powder with a mild odor. Catalogue details: CAS 614-75-5, molecular formula HOC6H4CH2CO2H, molecular weight 152.15 g/mol, and requires storage at ambient conditions. The product carries a signal word of warning for safety handling. Molekula supplies 2-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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25 g — £29.50 per pack ex VAT · £35.40 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 145-147℃ |
| Water | ≤0.5% |
| Assay | ≥99.0% min |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 145 - 147 °C |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.0000555 mmHg |
Source: PubChem CID 11970 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB), Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 56366508 |
| CAS Number | 614-75-5 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-(2-hydroxyphenyl)acetic acid |
| EC Number | 210-393-2 |
| Molecular Formula | HOC6H4CH2CO2H |
| Molecular Weight | 152.15 |
| Exact Mass | 152.0473 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C(C(=C1)CC(=O)O)O |
| InChIKey | CCVYRRGZDBSHFU-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H8O3/c9-7-4-2-1-3-6(7)5-8(10)11/h1-4,9H,5H2,(H,10,11) |
| PubChem CID | 11970 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29182975 |
| Tariff Code | 2918290090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- 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
- (2R)-2-oxidanyl-2-phenyl-ethanoic acid
- (o-Hydroxyphenyl)acetic acid
- 2-(2-hydroxyphenyl)acetic acid
- 2-HPAA
- 2-Hydroxybenzeneacetic acid
- Acetic acid, (o-hydroxyphenyl)-
- alpha-hydroxy phenylacetic acid
- Benzeneacetic acid, 2-hydroxy-
- Hydroxyphenylacetate
- ortho-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid
Frequently asked questions
What is 2-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid (CAS 614-75-5) commonly used for?
It is primarily used in organic synthesis and as an intermediate for pharmaceutical and agrochemical targets, for example in the preparation of 2-coumaranone (benzofuran-2(3H)-one). It is also of research interest as a metabolite of phenylalanine.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid?
The molecular formula is HOC₆H₄CH₂CO₂H, and the molecular weight is 152.15 g/mol.
How should 2-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at ambient temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
What grades or purities of 2-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid does Molekula supply?
We supply high-purity analytical-grade material (typically ≥98% purity).
Can Molekula supply 2-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk packaging options (e.g., 1 kg, 5 kg, and larger quantities) for both industrial and research applications.
What documentation is provided with an order of 2-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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