DL-Tropic acid, GR 99%

About DL-Tropic acid, GR 99%

DL-Tropic acid is a carboxylic acid in AR grade carrying the CAS registry number 529-64-6, specified at 99% purity. With the molecular formula C9H9O3-, it has a molar mass of 165.17 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 3-hydroxy-2-phenylpropanoate. Alternative names: 2-Phenylhydracrylic acid and 3-Hydroxy-2-phenylpropionic acid.

In its supplied form it is a white to off-white powder. Literature values give a melting point of 116-118 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 1 g, 5 g, 25 g and 1 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	DL-Tropic acid, GR 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008478
CAS Number	529-64-6
IUPAC name	3-hydroxy-2-phenylpropanoate
Molecular formula	C₉H₉O₃-
Molecular weight	165.17 g/mol
Exact mass	165.0552
Grade	AR
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	JACRWUWPXAESPB-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(CO)C(=O)[O-]
PubChem CID	5460086

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Melting point	116-118 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	60.4 Å²
Synonyms	2-Phenylhydracrylic acid, 3-Hydroxy-2-phenylpropionic acid, Tropate, 2-phenylhydracrylate, (+/-)-tropate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

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 DL-Tropic acid, GR 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of DL-Tropic acid, GR 99% is 529-64-6. It is also known as 2-Phenylhydracrylic acid, 3-Hydroxy-2-phenylpropionic acid, Tropate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of DL-Tropic acid, GR 99%?

DL-Tropic acid, GR 99% has the molecular formula C9H9O3- and a molecular weight of 165.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-hydroxy-2-phenylpropanoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of DL-Tropic acid, GR 99% can I order?

We supply DL-Tropic acid, GR 99% in AR (99%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with DL-Tropic acid, GR 99%?

Yes. Every lot of DL-Tropic acid, GR 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 DL-Tropic acid, GR 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. DL-Tropic acid, GR 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.