Molekula
Hippuric acid
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Hippuric acid is a naturally occurring organic compound used in pharmaceuticals, biochemical research, and as a metabolic marker in urine. It is a derivative of benzoic acid and glycine, commonly found in biological systems. Available in powder form with a purity of ≥98%, it has a CAS number of 495-69-2, molecular formula C9H9NO3, and molecular weight of 179.17 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature.
Molekula supplies Hippuric acid at > 98 % purity in 100 g and 1 kg packs, from £24.00 inc. VAT. It is in stock for same-day dispatch. Every batch ships with a certificate of analysis, and safety data sheets are available in 6 languages. Larger quantities, up to multi-tonne, are quoted on request.
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Pricing & pack sizes
In stock — same-day dispatch
These pack sizes aren't a limit. Molekula manufactures, sources and repacks to order — if you need 500 kg and only see 1 kg listed, . We quote from grams to multi-tonne.
Need a different size? Add the nearest pack and change the size in your basket — we price it at the same rate per unit.
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100 g — £20.00 per pack ex VAT · £24.00 inc. VAT
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1 kg — £116.70 per pack ex VAT · £140.04 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 186 to 191 Deg C |
| Loss on Drying | Max 1.0% |
| Chloride (Cl-) | Max 100ppm |
| Assay | > 98 % |
| Residue on Ignition | Max 0.2% |
| Moisture | Max 0.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 187 - 191 °C |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.00000076 mmHg |
Source: PubChem CID 464 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB), Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 24771195 |
| CAS Number | 495-69-2 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-benzamidoacetic acid |
| EC Number | 207-806-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C9H9NO3 |
| Molecular Weight | 179.17 |
| Exact Mass | 179.0582 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)NCC(=O)O |
| InChIKey | QIAFMBKCNZACKA-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C9H9NO3/c11-8(12)6-10-9(13)7-4-2-1-3-5-7/h1-5H,6H2,(H,10,13)(H,11,12) |
| PubChem CID | 464 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2924.29.6250 |
| Tariff Code | 2924297099 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- 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
- P301+330 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P304+340 IF INHALED: 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)
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.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- 2-(Phenylformamido)Acetic Acid
- 2-Benzamidoacetic acid
- Benzamidoacetic acid
- Benzoylaminoacetic acid
- Benzoylglycine
- Glycine, N-benzoyl-
- hippurate
- Hippursaeure
- N-Benzoylglycine
- Phenylcarbonylaminoacetic acid
Frequently asked questions
What is hippuric acid used for?
Hippuric acid is primarily used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and as a reagent in organic chemistry. It also serves as a metabolite marker in biological studies.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of hippuric acid?
The chemical formula is C9H9NO3, and the molecular weight is 179.17 g/mol.
How should hippuric acid be stored?
Hippuric acid should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of hippuric acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies hippuric acid as a white crystalline powder with an assay of >98%, a melting point of 186 to 191 °C, loss on drying of max 1.0%, moisture of max 0.5%, chloride of max 100 ppm and residue on ignition of max 0.2%.
Can Molekula supply hippuric acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply hippuric acid in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for details.
What documentation comes with a purchase of hippuric acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
Where can I buy Hippuric acid?
Directly from Molekula, which lists Hippuric acid in 100 g and 1 kg packs from £24.00 inc. VAT, with a certificate of analysis for every batch. Larger quantities are quoted on request. Molekula's offices: United Kingdom, France, Spain, Germany, Italy, United States and China.
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