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2-Methoxyphenylacetic acid
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2-Methoxyphenylacetic acid is a methoxy-substituted arylacetic (phenylacetic) acid used in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It serves as an intermediate in the production of specialty chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients. Available in powder form with a purity of ≥98%, it has a CAS number of 93-25-4, a molecular weight of 166.17 g/mol, and is stable at ambient temperature. Store under normal conditions with caution due to the warning signal word. Molekula supplies 2-Methoxyphenylacetic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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25 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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100 g — £76.30 per pack ex VAT · £91.56 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off white powder or crystals |
| Melting Point | 122 - 125°C |
| Assay | ≥ 98.0% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to Reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 10662778 |
| CAS Number | 93-25-4 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-(2-methoxyphenyl)acetic acid |
| EC Number | 202-231-4 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3OC6H4CH2CO2H |
| Molecular Weight | 166.17 |
| Exact Mass | 166.063 |
| SMILES | COC1=CC=CC=C1CC(=O)O |
| InChIKey | IVEWTCACRDEAOB-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C9H10O3/c1-12-8-5-3-2-4-7(8)6-9(10)11/h2-5H,6H2,1H3,(H,10,11) |
| PubChem CID | 7134 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29189943 |
| Tariff Code | 2918999090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye 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
- P304+341 IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (oMethoxyphenyl)acetic acid
- (S)-2-methoxyphenylacetic acid
- [2-(methyloxy)phenyl]acetic acid
- 2-(2-methoxyphenyl)acetic acid
- 2-methoxybenzeneacetic acid
- Acetic acid, (omethoxyphenyl)
- Benzeneacetic acid, 2-methoxy-
- IVEWTCACRDEAOB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Frequently asked questions
What is 2-Methoxyphenylacetic acid used for?
It is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 2-Methoxyphenylacetic acid?
The formula is CH3OC6H4CH2CO2H with a molecular weight of 166.17 g/mol.
How should 2-Methoxyphenylacetic acid be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available for 2-Methoxyphenylacetic acid?
It is available in technical grade; custom purity levels may be requested.
Can Molekula supply 2-Methoxyphenylacetic acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply this compound in bulk quantities—please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of 2-Methoxyphenylacetic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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