Phenyl acetic acid, 99%

Name: Phenyl acetic acid, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019313

About Phenyl acetic acid, 99%

Listed under CAS 103-82-2, Phenyl acetic acid is an aroma chemical available from Vaqora Chemicals in Puriss grade with a typical assay of ≥99%. With the molecular formula C8H8O2, it has a molar mass of 136.15 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-phenylacetic acid. Alternative names: a-Tolylic acid and Benzeneacetic acid.

In its supplied form it is a white to pale yellow fluppy leaflets or powder. Reported physical data include a melting point of 76-78 °C and a density of 1.081 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span flavour formulation, fragrance compounding, aroma research and cosmetics and personal care. Typical end-use sectors are food and beverage processing and cosmetics and personal care.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Phenyl acetic acid in 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Flavour formulation
Fragrance compounding
Aroma research
Cosmetics & personal care

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Phenyl acetic acid, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-019313
CAS Number	103-82-2
IUPAC name	2-phenylacetic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₈O₂
Molecular weight	136.15 g/mol
Exact mass	136.0524
Grade	Puriss
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29163400
InChIKey	WLJVXDMOQOGPHL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C=C1)CC(=O)O
PubChem CID	999

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to pale yellow fluppy leaflets or powder
Melting point	76-78 °C
Density	1.081 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	a-Tolylic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, PAA, Phenylacetic acid, Phenylethanoic acid, alpha-Toluic acid, Acetic acid, phenyl-, Benzenacetic acid, Phenyllacetic acid, omega-Phenylacetic acid, Benzylcarboxylic acid, Benzylformic acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H318Causes serious eye damage
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P264 + P265, P280, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P337 + P317

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Phenyl acetic acid, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Phenyl acetic acid, 99% is 103-82-2. It is also known as a-Tolylic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, PAA.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Phenyl acetic acid, 99%?

Phenyl acetic acid, 99% has the molecular formula C8H8O2 and a molecular weight of 136.15 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-phenylacetic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Phenyl acetic acid, 99% can I order?

We supply Phenyl acetic acid, 99% in Puriss (≥99%) grade, in 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Phenyl acetic acid, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Phenyl acetic acid, 99% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Phenyl acetic acid, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Phenyl acetic acid, 99% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.