Molekula
4-Phenoxybenzoic acid
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4-Phenoxybenzoic acid is a white to off-white crystalline solid used in organic synthesis and as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical production. It has a molecular formula of C13H10O3, a molecular weight of 214.22 g/mol, and a CAS number of 2215-77-2. It is stable at ambient storage conditions and carries a warning signal word due to potential health hazards. Molekula supplies 4-Phenoxybenzoic 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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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to Off-white powder |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to Reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90034373 |
| CAS Number | 2215-77-2 |
| IUPAC Name | 4-phenoxybenzoic acid |
| EC Number | 218-682-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H5OC6H4COOH |
| Molecular Weight | 214.22 |
| Exact Mass | 214.063 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C(C=C1)OC2=CC=C(C=C2)C(=O)O |
| InChIKey | RYAQFHLUEMJOMF-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C13H10O3/c14-13(15)10-6-8-12(9-7-10)16-11-4-2-1-3-5-11/h1-9H,(H,14,15) |
| PubChem CID | 75182 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| 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
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- 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
- P333+313 IF skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- 4-Carboxybiphenyl ether
- 4-Carboxydiphenyl ether
- 4-PhOC6H4CO2H
- 4-PhOC6H4COOH
- 4CBPE
- Benzoic acid, 4-phenoxy-
- Benzoic acid, p-phenoxy-
- Diphenyl ether 4-carboxylic acid
- p-carboxydiphenyl ether
- p-Phenoxybenzoic acid
Frequently asked questions
What is 4-Phenoxybenzoic acid used for?
It is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 4-Phenoxybenzoic acid?
The formula is C6H5OC6H4COOH and the molecular weight is 214.22 g/mol.
How should 4-Phenoxybenzoic acid be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available for 4-Phenoxybenzoic acid?
It is available in technical grade; custom purity levels may be requested.
Can Molekula supply 4-Phenoxybenzoic acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply bulk quantities—please contact sales for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of 4-Phenoxybenzoic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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