4-Methylphenoxyacetic Acid

Name: 4-Methylphenoxyacetic Acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-049872

About 4-Methylphenoxyacetic Acid

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 4-Methylphenoxyacetic Acid, a carboxylic acid registered under CAS number 940-64-7. With the molecular formula C9H10O3, it has a molar mass of 166.17 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-(4-methylphenoxy)acetic acid. It is also known as p-Methylphenoxyacetic acid or acetic acid, (4-methylphenoxy)-.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span fine chemical synthesis and organic synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer 4-Methylphenoxyacetic Acid in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Fine chemical synthesis
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4-Methylphenoxyacetic Acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-049872
CAS Number	940-64-7
IUPAC name	2-(4-methylphenoxy)acetic acid
Molecular formula	C₉H₁₀O₃
Molecular weight	166.17 g/mol
Exact mass	166.063
InChIKey	SFTDDFBJWUWKMN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC=C(C=C1)OCC(=O)O
PubChem CID	70329

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	1.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	46.5 Å²
Synonyms	p-Methylphenoxyacetic acid, acetic acid, (4-methylphenoxy)-, 2-p-tolyloxyacetic acid, Acetic acid, 2-(4-methylphenoxy)-, 2-(p-tolyloxy)acetic acid, p-Toloxyacetic acid, p-tolyloxy-acetic acid, 2-(p-tolyloxy)aceticacid, 2-amino-1,5-dihydropteridi

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 4-Methylphenoxyacetic Acid?

The CAS Registry Number of 4-Methylphenoxyacetic Acid is 940-64-7. It is also known as p-Methylphenoxyacetic acid, acetic acid, (4-methylphenoxy)-, 2-p-tolyloxyacetic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methylphenoxyacetic Acid?

4-Methylphenoxyacetic Acid has the molecular formula C9H10O3 and a molecular weight of 166.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-(4-methylphenoxy)acetic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4-Methylphenoxyacetic Acid can I order?

We supply 4-Methylphenoxyacetic Acid, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4-Methylphenoxyacetic Acid?

Yes. Every lot of 4-Methylphenoxyacetic Acid 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 4-Methylphenoxyacetic Acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4-Methylphenoxyacetic Acid 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.